In FadeAway World, Ishaan Bhattacharya proposed a three-team trade that would see the Suns receive Butler. The Heat would get Bradley Beal, Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent and 2029 First-Round Pick (UTA/MIN/CLE). The Lakers would receive Terry Rozier and 2027 First-Round Pick (UTA/MIN/CLE).

In a last-ditch effort to acquire a two-way point guard with a solid three-point shot, the Lakers' front office may reach out to Chicago to inquire about a deal centered around the Lakers' former No.