Uncover the reasons why Zach LaVine is seen as a safer option for the Golden State Warriors over Jimmy Butler in ongoing trade discussions.

While De'Aaron Fox has entered his name into the NBA's trade market following a recent request out of Sacramento, the Kings could still opt to trade him away in

According to NBA insider Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo Sports, Stephen Curry and Steve Kerr are concerned about Jimmy Butler‘s fit in the Golden State Warriors locker room. Butler has requested a trade from the Miami Heat.

The Warriors have been rumored to be back in trying to acquire Jimmy Butler, but they are also looking at Zach LaVine.

The Golden State Warriors previously appeared to be out on a potential Jimmy Butler move, though the organization may revisit that stance ahead of the Feb.

A Golden State Warriors rumor details why the club will pivot away from a Jimmy Butler trade to one for a specific 2-time All-Star.

As the NBA trade deadline looms, Kevin O'Connor and Tom Haberstroh team up to talk the hottest trade rumors, the latest on Jimmy Butler, which teams should start tanking and more.

The drama surrounding Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler could take another turn, while the Golden State Warriors were initially linked to Butler, sources indicate that the team has shifted its focus to another NBA All-Star.

It further goes on to read: "LaVine is viewed by some within the organization as the safer option. At 29, he’s five and a half years younger and some $6 million cheaper than Butler this season, though his contract extends longer and he’s had some recent health concerns. There are risks all over the board."

Could a newly formed backcourt duo of Tyler Herro and Zach LaVine, who is averaging nearly 24.0 points on career-high shooting splits, move the needle for Miami in a post-Butler era?

The NBA trade deadline is Feb. 6 and the buzz around notable players and teams is building. Keep an eye on players such as Jimmy Butler, Cameron Johnson, and Zach LaVine, who'll be linked to possible trades. Another star who has emerged in trade talks is Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox.