Although previous reports had said the Bucks weren't an option for Jimmy Butler, it appears things have changed.

The Milwaukee Bucks haven't been told by representatives for Jimmy Butler that the Miami Heat star doesn't want to play there, according to The Athletic's

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.

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard combined for 25 points during a 47-point first quarter that propelled the Milwaukee Bucks to a 130-115 win over the visiting Kings on Tuesday night, snapping Sacramento's seven-game winning streak.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 15 points, four rebounds and four assists while shooting 6/8 from the field in his first 12 minutes of playing time. He also made NBA history. Via Eric Nehm of The Athletic: "Per Bucks PR,

Then they ran into Giannis Antetokounmpo. Antetokounmpo scored 30 points with 13 assists and 11 rebounds for his 50th career triple-double. That was Antetokounmpo's fifth triple-double this season (six if you count the NBA Cup championship game,