Headlines
Sources: Jimmy Butler to Decline Player Option
By
Basketball Insiders 
The next evolution of basketball news, information and rumors.
All posts by Basketball InsidersUpdated7 hours ago on April 26, 2024
Disclosure
We independently review everything we recommend based on our strict editorial guidelines. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn More
Philadelphia 76ers forward Jimmy Butler intends to decline his player option — barring an unforeseen change of circumstances — yet the Sixers remain adamant about doing whatever it takes to retain the star, league sources told Yahoo Sports.
In opting out of the $19.8 million player option — in which he has a June 29 deadline to do so — it sets the eight-year veteran up to be one of the top unrestricted free agents on the market.
The Sixers were prepared for this decision, sources said.
Source: Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports
