There is proof it wasn't all bad blood when Jimmy Butler was traded from the Miami Heat to the Golden State Warriors in February. While Butler feuded with Pat Riley, it didn't prevent Heat coach Erik Spoelstra from giving a strong endorsement after parting ways.

The Golden State Warriors, despite seemingly having clear direction, are at a crossroads. They are married to a core of Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Jimmy Butler, although that trio got bounced in the second round of the playoffs.