The Sacramento Kings have ruled out pursuing a trade for Jimmy Butler as they navigate an increasingly complex situation of their own with De’Aaron Fox. Fox has indicated he does not plan to sign a long-term contract with Sacramento, prompting the team to explore trades that would return both established players and draft picks.
While Butler could potentially fill the scoring void left by Fox’s departure, the Kings would have concerns about how his playing style would mesh with their current roster construction, particularly regarding floor spacing.
The Kings’ reluctance to pursue Butler comes as the team attempts to maintain its recent competitive surge in the Western Conference while planning for an increasingly uncertain future without Fox.
For Butler and the Heat, this development removes one potential trade destination as the February 6th NBA trade deadline approaches, though several other teams remain interested in acquiring him.