Basketball player Jimmy Butler has finally spoken out about the rumors surrounding his relationship with Colombian singer Shakira.
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In an interview with Rolling Stone magazine, the 34-year-old athlete praised the artist’s talent and “spirit” before addressing the topic of rumors.
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Butler stated, “She’s an incredible person and an extraordinary talent, but no one can know for sure what people are doing, and they end up making things up.”
The Miami Heat player continued, “Just because we’re friends, she lives in Miami and her kids are basketball fans doesn’t mean we’re dating romantically.” Butler concluded on the matter: “Just because people spend time together doesn’t imply they’re in a relationship. But it’s the kind of thing that gives people something to talk about, so they take it and spread it around. She’s really, really cool.” , and that’s all I have to say.”