Heat president Pat Riley said Thursday that his team has no plans to trade Jimmy Butler, despite swirling rumors. "We usually don't comment on rumors, but all this speculation has

Heat President Pat Riley — in a rare move — spoke out to address rumors Thursday, saying the team has no plans to trade Butler. It's a clear sign that, if necessary, the team will be willing to let Butler leave as a free agent and get nothing in return.

Over the past few weeks, much has been made about whether the Miami Heat would trade star forward Jimmy Butler. After NBA insider Shams Charania first reported that Miami was open to dealing Butler, the star forward's agent completely pushed back on it all. Read more: Jimmy Butler Agent Goes Off on Shams Charania Following Trade Destination Report