Report: Lakers interested in Jimmy Butler, who will opt out of 76ers contract

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Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports: Philadelphia 76ers forward Jimmy Butler intends to decline his player option — barring an unforeseen change of circumstances — yet the Sixers remain adamant about doing whatever it takes to retain the star, league sources told Yahoo Sports. The Los Angeles Lakers have genuine interest in acquiring Butler, sources said. Like with Kyrie Irving, Butler signed his current deal before new national TV contracts sent the salary cap skyrocketing.

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