A contract dispute led to a turbulent exit, marked by a trade request. The Timberwolves faltered after Butler's departure, but drafted Anthony Edwards. As far as stories about an NBA player forcing their way out of an organization go,

The Philadelphia 76ers' offseason went about as well as it could have gone. Paul George was the prize addition — the culmination of Daryl Morey's steadfast commitment to clearing cap space and maintaining optionality.

Golden State is looking to add another aging future Hall of Famer in the hopes of reopening its championship window.

" Jimmy Butler’s interest in the Brooklyn Nets is very, very real. Part of it is New York, part of it is that Bernie Lee — who is Ben Simmons' agent, is very happy with how his client has been dealt with by the Nets.”

The Warriors are very much interested in Heat All-Star Jimmy Butler, the Knicks add an impact bench cog, and the 76ers could target a Clippers role player.