The Milwaukee Bucks haven't been told by representatives for Jimmy Butler that the Miami Heat star doesn't want to play there, according to The Athletic's

Although previous reports had said the Bucks weren't an option for Jimmy Butler, it appears things have changed.

When the Miami Heat suspended forward Jimmy Butler for seven games on Jan. 3, many figured—naturally—that the six-time All-Star's days with the Heat were over. However, veteran NBA reporter Chris Haynes reported Tuesday afternoon on The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz that Butler could potentially play again for Miami after all—as long as it doesn't trade him before he is eligible to return Friday against the Denver Nuggets.

The Magic are currently 9-11 on the road with a point differential of +2, while the Bucks have a 6-4 record in their last ten games at home.

Who would’ve thought that the hottest team in the NBA fired its coach less than a month ago? Well, the Sacramento Kings did just that, and they’ve now won seven

Orlando has managed to weather the injury storm thanks to a strong defense. The Magic should be able to bottle up Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks as they deliver another Under, per our NBA betting picks.

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard combined for 25 points during a 47-point first quarter that propelled the Milwaukee Bucks to a 130-115 win over the visiting Kings on Tuesday night, snapping Sacramento's seven-game winning streak.

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 15 points, four rebounds and four assists while shooting 6/8 from the field in his first 12 minutes of playing time. He also made NBA history. Via Eric Nehm of The Athletic: "Per Bucks PR,

The Bucks face the Kings tonight at 8:00 p.m. ET in Milwaukee. Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is probable, but with a back-to-back, his status could change.