The Miami Heat's relationship with star Jimmy Butler grew sour before he was traded to the Golden State Warriors. Bleacher Report named their break-up as one of the messiest in the NBA since 2010.

Jimmy Butler is a perfect example of just how extreme these dissolutions can become. Not only is he fresh off a contentious exit from the Miami Heat, but his Golden State Warriors are duking it out in the Western Conference semifinals against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the team he openly forced his way off back in 2018.

The Golden State Warriors took what was seen as a risk at the trade deadline this season, striking a deal for disgruntled Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. After fa

Jimmy Butler's ultimatum puts pressure on the Golden State Warriors following a Game 3 defeat. Explore the stakes for Game 4 and beyond.

Butler delivered in Game 3, scoring 33 points, grabbing seven rebounds, and dishing out seven assists, but it wasn't enough, as the Timberwolves prevailed 102-97. Following the loss, Butler delivered a promise while commenting on the team's confidence.