HoopsHype ranks the five players who have appeared most often in trade rumors over the previous week, including Jimmy Butler.

Phoenix Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer is reportedly moving Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkić to the bench starting with their matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday.

Amid Miami Heat Jimmy Butler trade rumors and drastic changes, Phoneix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic is prepared to face anything head-on. Despite the Suns’ Nurkic being involved in a potential Butler trade and losing his spot in head coach Mike Budenholzer’s starting lineup, the veteran center remains positive.

The Jimmy Butler saga continues as he seeks a trade from the Miami Heat. More news: Clippers Star Kawhi Leonard To Step Away From Team Amid Devastating SoCal Fires Whether that will happen or not is still unclear;

The Suns have acquired Nick Richards ahead of the NBA trade deadline, leading to rumors about Jusuf Nurkic's future.

Due to this, they have been trying to trade away Jusuf Nurkić, but a recent report ... especially if they are still trying to land Jimmy Butler from the Heat. Due to this, it is likely that ...

A former star for the Phoenix Suns and NBA Hall of Famer recently criticized Devin Booker and provided reasoning as to why the Suns covet Jimmy Butler.

Don't expect the Golden State Warriors to enter themselves in the potential Jimmy Butler sweepstakes ahead of the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline. As ESPN's

According to veteran NBA reporter Chris Haynes, Phoenix is benching starters Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkić after losing seven of their past eight games, a stretch that has lowered their record to 15-18. Rookie wing Ryan Dunn and veteran big man Mason Plumlee will replace the pair in the starting lineup.

The Miami Heat are nearing the end of their six-game West Coast road trip, with two but two matchups left in Los Angeles. Of course, looming over their journey is the inevitable decision regarding the reinstatement of Jimmy Butler from suspension.

If Nick Richards doesn't help the Suns right the ship this season, they soon may be facing existential questions about the core of their roster.

Nembhard’s role is secure. Ben Sheppard has struggled to make an impact off the bench, and Bennedict Mathurin has spent most of his time playing small forward alongside Nembhard. Assists aren’t easy to find on the waiver wire, so those who need help in that category should target Nembhard.