In a memorable press conference after they lost their first-round series against the eventual champion Boston Celtics in five games, Heat president Pat Riley challenged franchise player Jimmy Butler to be more available and criticized Butler for talking trash about the Celtics.

Miami Heat general manager Pat Riley offered a surprising take on the team heading into 2024, as they struggled mightily last season.

Pat Riley and Jimmy Butler "haven't had a lot of conversation" about Butler's future with the Miami Heat in the words of the team president. "I've talked