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Tim Hardaway Supports Pat Riley in Ending Jimmy Butler Era Despite Initial Surprise

Hardaway supported in Riley's decision to trade Butler to the Warriors after relationships broke down. He recalled that Riley said, "Why do I owe you an extension? You were hurt for the last couple of years going into the play-in game." Additionally, Hardaway alleged that Butler was some doing things behind the scenes that were hurting the Heat.