The Miami Heat have not been able to maintain a good run of results in the NBA, as their loss to the Los Angeles Clippers exposed their deficiencies on the court. In addition, their star player Jimmy Butler requested to be traded and three possible destinations are already being discussed.

Jimmy Butler is expected to play for Miami again Friday when it hosts the Denver Nuggets, a game that would be his first since the Heat confirmed that he wants a trade and that they are trying to accommodate that request.

The six-time All-Star is eligible to return from suspension Friday, but the tension surrounding the team remains palpable, writes Mark Medina.