NBA: Warriors’ Jimmy Butler comeback game vs Heat nears
Source: news.source.inquirer
Jimmy Butler, now with the Golden State Warriors, is set to play his first game in Miami since being traded from the Miami Heat. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, following a quirky schedule that saw the Warriors arrive in Miami early Sunday morning after playing in Atlanta. Butler's return is anticipated to be emotional, with the Heat planning a tribute for his 5 1/2 seasons with the team, during which they reached the NBA Finals twice.
Key Points
Jimmy Butler will play his first game in Miami since being traded to the Warriors in early February.
The Warriors have a 16-3 record with Butler in the lineup since the trade.
The Heat recently ended a 10-game losing streak with a win against Charlotte, led by Andrew Wiggins who was part of the trade that sent Butler to the Warriors.
The Heat plans to honor Butler with a tribute for his contributions over 5 1/2 seasons, including two NBA Finals appearances.
