While Jimmy Butler rumors and headlines are dominating NBA talking points, there may not be a trade in the immediate future. Sam Amick of The

Miami is being patient while Butler is suspended, knowing that other teams will start to get desperate near the trade deadline.

For a long time, Butler was also linked with teams like the Golden State Warriors, Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Brooklyn Nets and plenty of others. But those links are starting to fade away as the 35-year-old inches closer to the Miami exit door.