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The Miami Heat should seek out a player with a skill set similar to Jimmy Butler‘s when it comes to wing or guard swaps. An underperforming Phoenix Suns star, who is expected to move this season, could be part of a three-team trade.

Butler has been projected as a very quality fit alongside the duo of Suns stars already in place - with his relative low-usage nature, ability to pressure the rim, and underrated playmaking would be a step-up from how Bradley Beal fits currently.

There are a number of obstacles that need to be overcome for Butler to be wearing a Suns jersey before season's end. For starters, Miami Heat president Pat Riley would likely need to loosen up just a touch. However, it extends much further than that.

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