Jimmy Butler, a Miami Heat player and one of the NBA's biggest stars, has asked to be traded from the Miami franchise. In his trade request, which was confirmed by ESPN, Butler has

Tensions are high, but Butler can bolster his own market by playing well for Miami when his suspension ends after Wednesday's game in LA.

Even though his ongoing feud with Heat executive Pat Riley is still not resolved, Butler does not yet have a new home. While there are perhaps several suitors ( including the Suns) with potential interest in the veteran, without a deal, Butler is still employed by the Heat and obligated to play.