Miami just beat Dallas on Sunday night, the winner who worked overtime courtesy of Jimmy Butler, but it’s safe to say one of his teammates hasn’t been blown away.
Jimmy Butler releases clutch
Jimmy Butler went on his path to Miami on Sunday night, hitting a clutch shot in overtime to advance the Heat for more than 60 seconds remaining.
It was an impressive no-look layup from Butler that gave Miami the lead, and his teammate Tyler Hero was a bit unimpressed while the entire arena marveled at the shot.
“It was hellish fortune,” Hero said after a tough shot match from Butler in overtime.
Jimmy This is insane 🤯 pic.twitter.com/5j6j89plxf
– Miamiheat (@miamiheat) November 25th, 2024
Butler finished the game with 33 points, nine rebounds, six assists and two blocks, but it wasn’t just his tough overtime shot that saved Miami.
He was a standout performer on Sunday, but Butler was still not entirely satisfied with his performance against the Mavericks, as he believes he needs to be more aggressive on the rim.
“I feel like I have to start attacking more often. Whenever I’m attacking, as SPO coaches always tell me, it opens up more for everyone else. If we can be at the forefront of that part of the attack, we have to do good.”
Jimmy Butler was the fever of tonight.
💥33 pts
💥9 Reb
💥6AST
💥2blk pic.twitter.com/d3vhq0ms94-NBA (@NBA) November 25th, 2024
Butler has averaged 17.7 points per game so far this season. This is the lowest recorded tally in the NBA in the past 11 years.
Of course, Butler usually improves as the season progresses, and there is no cause for panic yet, especially after his latest performance with the Mavericks.
