The Golden State Warriors have consistently been linked with a potential trade for Jimmy Butler in recent weeks. However, since Butler handed in a trade request to the Miami Heat, the Warriors have been rumored to be pulling away.

Jimmy Butler's departure from the Miami Heat is imminent... so why won't the Golden State Warriors be entering the sweepstakes?

Simone’s proposed trade would send Butler and Josh Richardson to the Warriors for Andrew Wiggins, Gary Payton II, Kevon Looney, Kuminga, and a 2028 first-round pick. Butler has been the heart and soul of the Heat since Day 1.

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

As the Golden State Warriors attempt to remain competitive in the final years of Steph Curry’s superstardom, several potential trade targets have come and gone.

Jimmy Butler finally indicated to the Miami Heat that he wants a trade, after Thursday night's 128-115 loss to the Indiana

Despite speculation around Butler, the Warriors are more likely to target two other names on the trade market in Chicago and Brooklyn.

Jimmy Butler may soon discover that the Miami Heat aren't the only team balking at his reported asking price on his next contract.

The Jimmy Butler sweepstakes are being hard-fought by many teams. Butler reportedly listed three organizations he would like to join if traded. Those teams included the Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns.