The key language to watch in the Miami Heat press release re: Butler
Failure to render services or;
Conduct detrimental to the team
Miami HEAT statement on Jimmy Butler
The Miami HEAT are suspending Jimmy Butler without pay effective immediately for an indefinite period to last no fewer than five games. (1/2)
(2/2) The suspension is due to a continued pattern of disregard of team rules, engaging in conduct detrimental to the team and intentionally withholding services. This includes walking out of practice earlier today.
