Jimmy Butler Bounces Back With 26 Points
4 years agoMiami Heat forward Jimmy Butler had his second straight productive game in Wednesday's loss to the Celtics. Butler poured in 26 points with eight boards on 47.4 percent shooting from the field. He missed two games with an ankle injury, though the ailment seems to be behind him, judging by his recent play. Since struggling in his return, Butler has averaged 22 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 1.5 blocks in two games. He'll get another two days off to rest before an excellent matchup with the Wizards, the second-worst defensive team in the league.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN