Part 6/8:
- Houston Rockets: It's reported that the Rockets are uninterested in adding Butler, primarily focusing on developing their young core rather than acquiring a veteran at this stage of their rebuilding process.
The Agent's Response and the Fallout
As the rumors intensified, Butler's agent, Bernie Lee, vehemently denied the reports, claiming they were unfounded and misrepresented. His strong pushback prompted a public exchange with respected NBA insider Shams Charania, who reiterated his report and the proven credibility behind it. This unexpected feud between a player’s representative and a seasoned journalist is something that rarely happens, indicating the heightened stakes surrounding Butler’s future.