The Jimmy Butler saga has been one of the biggest storylines of the season so far, with his relationship with the Miami Heat becoming more strained by the day.

Miami has suspended Jimmy Butler for conduct detrimental to the team and he's asked for a trade. We're looking at potential outcomes, what Butler's departure would mean for the Heat, and how this moment could shape the way he's remembered.

Jimmy Butler requested a trade from the Miami Heat, and the team suspended him for seven games. Here are three reasons why the Heat need to make a Butler deal happen sooner than later. 1. The team is spiraling Miami has lost three games in a row,