Jimmy Butler Injury News & Updates

Butler racked up 18 points (6-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, 10 assists and three steals over 31 minutes during Sunday's 124-106 win over the Pelicans.

It was Butler's second double-double of the year, tallying multiple steals in his fifth consecutive game. It's encouraging that the star forward has appeared in 14 of Golden State's first 15 games, considering he hasn't played at least 65 contests in a regular season since 2018-19. For the season, Butler has averaged 19.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.6 steals in 30.8 minutes per tilt.

Butler notched 21 points (7-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-8 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and two steals across 35 minutes during Friday's 109-108 victory over the Spurs.

Although Stephen Curry's record-setting stat line was the highlight for the Warriors, Butler's contribution was essential in completing the two-game sweep of the Spurs. Butler averaged 24.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 2.5 steals over two games against San Antonio on the road. The hotly-contested two-game series served as a very early playoff preview, with the deadly combination of Curry and Butler ultimately prevailing.

Butler recorded 28 points (7-12 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 9-12 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and three steals over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 125-120 victory over the Spurs.

Even though Stephen Curry stole the show with a 46-point outburst in this tight win over the Spurs, Butler certainly made his presence felt on both ends of the court for Golden State. This 28-point output was his best scoring mark since he dropped 31 on Opening Night against the Lakers, and he seems to be firmly entrenched as the Warriors' second-best offensive option behind Curry, a trend that should be even more notable if Jonathan Kuminga (knee) is forced to miss time. Butler is averaging 16.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 2.0 steals per game since the beginning of November.

Butler registered 12 points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds, two assists and three steals over 22 minutes during Tuesday's 126-102 loss to the Thunder.

Going 8-for-8 from the charity stripe salvaged Butler's overall performance, as the veteran forward only attempted three shots from the field all game long. Excluding the Phoenix game on Nov. 4 when Butler had to leave the game due to a back problem, this 12-point output was Butler's lowest scoring mark of the campaign. It's not uncommon to see star-caliber players having subpar performances from time to time, and Butler has enough talent to bounce back sooner rather than later. Fantasy managers shouldn't worry about one bad outing, so Butler should continue to be a starting-caliber asset in most formats.

Butler contributed 21 points (10-15 FG, 1-4 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists, one block and two steals across 30 minutes during Sunday's 114-83 win over the Pacers.

With Stephen Curry (illness) not yet ready to rejoin the lineup, Butler put Warriors on his shoulders, leading the team in scoring, rebounding and assists on the night while also making an impact defensively. The 36-year-old forward has scored at least 20 in seven of 10 games to begin the season, averaging 18.9 points, 5.5 boards, 4.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.9 threes in 30.9 minutes a contest while shooting 50.4 percent from the floor and 40.9 percent from long distance.

Butler logged 16 points (5-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Friday's 129-104 loss to the Nuggets.

Butler did his best to keep Golden State's offense going, but Stephen Curry's (illness) absence proved to be insurmountable in the blowout loss. Butler's return wasn't enough to turn the tide for the Warriors, who slid to 5-5 after an encouraging start to the season. Butler showed no ill effects from the back ailment that sidelined him against the Kings, so he should be good to go against the Pacers this weekend.

Butler (back) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Nuggets, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

After missing Wednesday's game against the Kings due to a back issue, Butler will return to the floor. The veteran star is currently averaging 19.0 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.1 steals per game, shooting 47.9 percent from the field and 47.4 percent from beyond the arc.

Butler (back) went through Friday morning's shootaround, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Butler's presence at the session appears to put him on the right side of the questionable tag. The Warriors could still wait until closer to tipoff ahead of Friday's game against Denver before updating the star forward's status. With Stephen Curry (illness) already ruled out, Butler could be pushing to play.

Butler (back) is questionable to play against the Nuggets on Friday.

Butler missed Wednesday's game against the Kings due to a back issue sustained in Tuesday's contest against the Suns. The questionable tag suggests that a decision on Butler's status will be made closer to Friday's 10 p.m. ET tipoff. Buddy Hield and Moses Moody would be candidates to play more minutes if Butler is out.

Butler (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Kings, Anthony Slater of The Athleticreports.

Butler exited Tuesday's matchup against the Suns due to a back issue and will now be sidelined. The team will likely pivot to Buddy Hield and Moses Moody to help shoulder the load in the backcourt.

Butler (back) is questionable to play in Wednesday's game against the Kings, John Dickinson of 95.7 The Game San Francisco reports.

Butler left Tuesday's game against the Suns and didn't return due to a back issue. After the game, head coach Steve Kerr let it be known that Butler is considered questionable for the second game of a back-to-back set Wednesday'

Butler won't return to Tuesday's game against the Suns due to lower back soreness.

Butler shed his questionable tag due to lower back soreness and suited up Tuesday, though he was unable to return for the second half. He'll finish with two points (1-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists in 14 minutes. Moses Moody and Buddy Hield are candidates for increased playing time with Butler sidelined, and his status will be worth monitoring ahead of Wednesday's matchup against the Kings.

Butler (back) has been cleared to play in Tuesday's game against the Suns, Anthony Slater of The Athleticreports.

Butler's status has been uncertain due to a back issue, but he will be on the floor and will avoid missing a game for the first time this season. The star forward is currently averaging 21.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.3 steals per game, shooting 49.4 percent from the field and 50 percent from deep.

Butler (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Suns.

Butler is a rather late addition to the injury report, which generally isn't a good sign. It's also worth noting that Tuesday is the front end of Golden State's back-to-back set. Brandin Podziemski would likely see a bump in minutes if Butler is out, while Moses Moody and Buddy Hield would have a clearer pathway to playing time.

Butler logged 20 points (6-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 8-9 FT), six rebounds, seven assists, three steals and two blocks in 34 minutes during Saturday's 114-109 loss to Indiana.

Butler posted one of his more impressive all-around performances of the young campaign, but it wasn't enough to will his team to a victory. He's put up 20 or more points four straight appearances and how been a major factor defensively in his last two games, racking up four total steals and three blocks.

Butler posted 21 points (9-12 FG, 3-4 3Pt), five rebounds and five assists across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 98-79 win over the Clippers.

Butler led the Warriors in scoring and was one of four Golden State players to reach double figures. The star forward also turned in another efficient performance from the field. He has shot 55.4 percent from the field and 57.1 percent from beyond the arc through five regular-season games. Butler has posted at least 20 points in four of those five outings,

Butler ended Monday's 131-118 victory over the Grizzlies with 20 points (6-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 6-8 FT), five rebounds and five assists in 31 minutes.

The 36-year-old forward delivered at least 20 points for the third time in four games to begin his first full season with Golden State. Butler has been especially effective from three-point range so far, going 5-for-10 from beyond the arc while averaging 21.5 points, 4.8 assists, 4.5 boards, 1.3 steals and 1.3 threes in 32.8 minutes a game.

Butler amassed 14 points (3-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 8-10 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal over 27 minutes during Friday's 139-119 loss to Portland.

After topping 20 points in each of his first two games this season, Butler has a much quieter performance Friday on the second night of a back-to-back. The 36-year-old forward is still averaging 22.0 points a game to begin his first full season in Golden State, and he's done an impressive job taking care of the ball, committing only two turnovers against 14 assists.

Butler closed with 21 points (6-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, six assists and three steals across 39 minutes during Thursday's 137-131 overtime win over the Nuggets.

Although Butler played second fiddle to Stephen Curry in the dramatic victory, his multi-category result was a critical piece of the puzzle. As Butler moves forward in his first full season with the Warriors, he's expected to provide the additional spark of production that the team has lacked in previous seasons. He's off to a great start so far, averaging 26 points over the first two games of the campaign.

Butler notched 31 points (7-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 16-16 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal across 35 minutes in Tuesday's 119-109 win over the Lakers.

Butler nearly matched the Lakers' total in made free throws en route to a team-high 31 points. His efficient scoring outburst also marked his career high for a regular-season opener. The veteran forward tied Stephen Curry for the team lead in shot attempts and was one of four Warriors to score at least 17 points. He should continue to see ample opportunities as a focal point in Golden State's offense alongside Curry (23 points).

Butler (ankle) has been cleared to play in Tuesday's season opener against the Lakers, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Butler has been dealing with an ankle injury, but that won't keep him off the floor for the regular-season opener. He'll be joined by Stephen Curry, Brandin Podziemski, Jonathan Kuminga and Draymond Green in the first unit.

Butler (ankle) is expected to be available for Tuesday's game against the Lakers, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Butler has been managing a lingering ankle issue throughout the preseason, but head coach Steve Kerr indicated that the veteran should be available for the season opener. The six-time All-Star appeared in 30 regular-season games for the Warriors last season after being acquired from the Heat in February, averaging 17.9 points, 5.9 assists, 5.5 rebounds and 1.7 steals in 32.7 minutes per contest.

Butler (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's preseason finale against the Clippers, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

The Warriors were hopeful that Butler would be able to get out there for Friday's final preseason game, but ultimately, they'll err on the side of caution and hold him out. The good news is that he is expected to play in Golden State's regular-season opener against the Lakers on Tuesday.

Butler (ankle) is likely to be ready for the start of the regular season, Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Butler didn't practice Thursday and is doubtful for Friday's preseason finale against the Clippers. However, the Warriors remain optimistic that the star forward will be able to play in Tuesday's regular-season opener against the Lakers.

The Warriors are optimistic that Butler (ankle) will play in Friday's preseason finale against the Clippers, Sam Gordon of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

An MRI on Butler's ankle came back clean Monday, and the star forward has a chance to be available for Golden State's final tune-up contest of the preseason. That said, the Warriors will likely prioritize having Butler healthy for Opening Night, so it wouldn't be surprising if he sat out Friday.

Steve Kerr said that an MRI taken on Butler's ankle came back "clean" and they are "not concerned" about the severity of the injury, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

While Butler will likely sit out Friday's exhibition, it sounds like the ankle issue is relatively minor, so there's a chance he could be ready by Opening Night. Injuries are always a concern for Butler, but his early-round upside makes him a tough guy to pass up if he falls far enough into the middle rounds.

The Warriors are confident that Butler (ankle) will be ready for the start of the regular season, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Butler rolled his ankle in Friday's practice and won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against Portland, but the injury is considered minor. The star forward should be ready to roll for the Oct. 21 regular-season opener against the Lakers.

Butler (ankle) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against Portland, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

The Warriors originally planned on having Butler play through an ankle sprain Tuesday, but the team is opting for a more cautious approach. The star forward's last chance for exhibition play is Friday against the Clippers.

Butler will play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Trail Blazers, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Butler missed Sunday's preseason game against the Lakers due to personal reasons, but he is expected to return to action Tuesday. In two preseason games, Butler has averaged 10.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 15.0 minutes per contest.

Butler (personal) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Lakers, Danny Emerman of SFStandard.com reports.

It will be an excused personal absence for Butler, who practiced Friday and is expected to do so again Saturday. The star forward will hope to rejoin the Warriors for Tuesday's exhibition contest in Portland. With Butler out of action, it's possible Jonathan Kuminga will draw the start at small forward Sunday.

Butler closed with 12 points (3-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-8 FT), two rebounds, three assists and two steals in 17 minutes in Wednesday's preseason win over Portland.

Butler was busy from the foul line during his limited action Wednesday. It's encouraging to see the star forward on the floor after he tweaked his ankle at practice earlier in training camp. Butler should be a well-rounded fantasy producer once again in 2025-26, though the concern lies mostly in his ability to stay healthy. He hasn't played more than 65 regular-season games since 2016-17.

Butler (ankle) will play during Sunday's preseason game against the Lakers, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Butler tweaked his ankle during Thursday's practice, but he will be able to play in Sunday's preseason opener. Head coach Steve Kerr said pregame that veteran players, such as Butler, are only expected to play 15 minutes before sitting out the second half.

Butler tweaked his ankle during Thursday's practice and could sit out Sunday's preseason opener against the Lakers, Danny Emerman of SFStandard.com reports.

It doesn't sound like a significant issue for Butler, but it is something for fantasy managers to monitor ahead of Sunday's contest. The star forward can be labeled day-to-day in the interim. If Butler is restricted in any way, the Warriors could opt to take a longer look at the likes of Gui Santos, Alex Toohey and Jackson Rowe.

Butler closed Sunday's 124-119 overtime loss to the Clippers with 30 points (12-20 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 6-9 FT), one rebound, nine assists, one block and one steal across 48 minutes.

Butler tallied his fourth 30-point performance of the season, his first since landing in Golden State, but his near double-double couldn't lift the team out of the Play-In Tournament. It's worth noting Butler appeared to be hobbling after sustaining a knee to his left thigh late in Sunday's game, so his status for Tuesday's tilt against the Grizzlies is worth monitoring. The All-Star forward had a slow start in the scoring department after joining the Warriors initially, but he picked up his production during the last month of the regular season, averaging 19.5 points, 6.0 assists, 5.3 rebounds and 2.1 steals in 33.7 minutes through his last 15 appearances.

Butler racked up 24 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 11-11 FT), five rebounds, seven assists and two steals over 28 minutes during Friday's 103-86 win over the Trail Blazers.

A temporary exit from Stephen Curry (thumb) gave Butler the opportunity to lead the offense. The Warriors did what was necessary to keep their hopes for play-in exclusion alive after dropping a stunner to the Spurs. The team will rely on Butler to post another strong total Sunday against the Clippers, especially if Curry's thumb becomes a more serious issue.

Butler closed with 28 points (5-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 16-17 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 114-111 loss to the Spurs.

Although Butler smothered Harrison Barnes as he took the inbound pass with seconds left, he was unable to prevent Barnes' game-winning three pointer. It was a bad finish to an otherwise standout performance from Butler, who posted his best scoring total since joining the Warriors. The Spurs were relentless in defending the veteran, but Butler responded by punishing them with 16 points from the charity stripe.

Butler totaled 10 points (2-4 FG, 6-7 FT), two rebounds, three assists and two steals over 20 minutes during Tuesday's 133-95 victory over the Suns.

Butler sat early with the rest of the starting lineup during the rout, but he never managed to get into a groove with the minutes he was given. Although he's provided a much -needed spark for the Warriors, he's come up short a few times since joining the team. Over 25 games with the Warriors, he's averaging 17.0 points, 5.2 rebounds and 4.8 assists.

Butler racked up 19 points (6-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, five assists and five steals across 34 minutes during Friday's 118-104 victory over Denver.

The Warriors gave gone 21-5 since acquiring Butler, who is thriving in his new surroundings. The veteran has averaged 17.3 points, 6.0 assists, 5.9 rebounds and 1.6 steals since the switch from Miami, helping to make the Warriors a legit contender for the NBA title.

Butler (forearm) has been upgraded to available for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Similar to Stephen Curry (pelvis), Butler was also deemed a game-time call, but he'll suit up and should deliver his characteristic toughness and two-way play, traits that have had a huge impact for Golden State. Butler is averaging 17.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, 6.3 assists and 1.8 steals per game over his last 10 appearances while carrying the Warriors to a 7-3 record in that span.

Butler (forearm), who is questionable for Friday's game against the Nuggets, will go through his pregame warmup and is a game-time decision, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Butler sustained the left forearm strain during Thursday's win over the Lakers, though he was able to return from the locker room and finish the game. Moreover, head coach Steve Kerr said that he's hopeful the veteran forward will play in the second half of the club's back-to-back set, per Vic Lombardi of Altitude Sports. If Butler is sidelined against Denver, Jonathan Kuminga and Gui Santos are candidates for an uptick in playing time.

Butler is questionable for Friday's game against the Nuggets due to a forearm strain, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Butler left Thursday's win over the Lakers in the third quarter due to a left forearm strain but returned to start the fourth quarter and played his usual role. Slater notes that Butler's injury is minor, but the Warriors may still be cautious during the second half of a back-to-back set. Stephen Curry (pelvis) is also questionable for Friday's game.

Butler (forearm) has returned for the fourth quarter of Thursday's game against the Lakers, John Dickinson of 95.7 The Game San Francisco reports.

Butler exited to the locker room with 5:24 remaining in the third due to a left forearm injury, and he returned to the bench with a wrap around his forearm. The veteran forward will likely be able to shoulder his normal workload the rest of the way, though the forearm issue is something to monitor ahead of Friday's game against the Nuggets.

Butler exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent left arm injury in the third quarter of Thursday's game against the Lakers, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Butler exited to the locker room with 5:24 remaining in the third, though he has since returned to the bench, per Slater. If the veteran forward is unable to return to the court, Jonathan Kuminga will likely receive an uptick in playing time the rest of the way.

Butler racked up 27 points (7-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 12-12 FT), six rebounds, four assists and three steals across 38 minutes during Tuesday's 134-125 victory over the Grizzlies.

Stephen Curry stole the show with his epic 52-point performance Tuesday, but the Warriors wouldn't have been able to secure the victory hadn't it been for the contributions of players such as Butler and Draymond Green. Butler's scoring numbers have been a bit inconsistent in recent games, as he's surpassed the 15-point mark in only six of his last 10 outings, but fantasy managers should still trust him based on everything else he brings to the table. Butler is averaging 17.4 points, 6.7 rebounds, 6.8 assists and 1.6 steals per game over that 10-game stretch.

Butler logged 18 points (6-13 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Friday's 111-95 victory over the Pelicans.

Stephen Curry led the way for the Warriors on offense in his return from a pelvis injury, but Butler was able to make his presence felt across the board while notching his third double-double of the month. Butler might not be the most efficient scorer, as he's shooting only 44 percent from the floor and 26.3 percent from deep. Still, he's doing enough to remain a valuable fantasy alternative due to his all-around contributions. The veteran forward, acquired from the Heat before the trade deadline, is averaging 17.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 6.5 assists and 1.2 steals per game in 13 appearances during March.

Butler provided 25 points (7-15 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 10-14 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and one steal over 38 minutes during Saturday's 124-115 loss to the Hawks.

Butler was coming off a triple-double in the win over the Raptors, tallying 16 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists, and he delivered another impressive outing in this one. Even though he didn't fill the stat sheet this time around, he did enough to lead Golden State in both points and assists despite the defeat. Butler has scored over 20 points in three of his last four outings, and he should operate as the Warriors' go-to player on offense as long as Stephen Curry (pelvis) remains sidelined.

Butler produced 16 points (4-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 11 rebounds, 12 assists, two blocks and two steals in 36 minutes during Thursday's 117-114 victory over the Raptors.

It was the second triple-double of the season for Butler, both of which have come in the last six games. The veteran forward is averaging 17.8 points, 7.1 assists, 6.6 boards, 1.3 steals and 0.8 threes over 10 March appearances, but with Stephen Curry (pelvis) headed for an MRI after exiting Thursday's contest early, Butler may need to step up even further down the stretch in the Warriors are going to avoid the Play-In Tournament and lock up a playoff spot.

Butler chipped in 24 points (6-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 11-11 FT), eight rebounds and 10 assists over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 104-93 win over Milwaukee.

Butler took advantage of some extra usage with Stephen Curry getting the night off for rest, finishing two rebounds shy of a triple-double. Although he's fitting in well with Golden State, Butler hasn't been an elite fantasy asset on his new team. Over his last 10 games, he's been an eighth-round value in nine-category formats with 16.7 points, 6.6 assists, 5.9 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 0.7 three-pointers.

Butler provided 23 points (8-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-10 FT), eight rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals in 33 minutes during Monday's 114-105 loss to the Nuggets.

Butler's addition was a big part of the Warriors' winning streak. which was snapped by Denver Monday night. With Jonathan Kuminga healthy, the lineup for the playoff run is starting to take shape, and Butler provides offensive firepower that can offset a poor shooting performance from Stephen Curry, who is the team's primary catalyst. Butler was excellent during the seven-game winning streak, averaging 16.4 points, 6.1 assists, 5.6 rebounds and 1.2 steals over the span.

Butler had six points (2-5 FG, 2-2 FT), seven assists, five rebounds and one steal in 28 minutes during Thursday's 130-104 victory over the Kings.

Butler delivered his lowest scoring outing in March, and he tied his second-lowest mark in points since being traded to the Warriors. However, the veteran forward led the club in assists, and he has recorded at least five assists in four of his last five outings. In that five-game span, Butler has averaged 18.2 points, 6.4 assists, 6.0 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 34.0 minutes per contest.

Butler had 15 points (4-10 FG, 7-8 FT), 10 rebounds, 10 assists and three steals across 35 minutes during Monday's 130-120 win over the Trail Blazers.

Butler picked up his first triple-double as a Warrior, and the 18th total for his career. He's had a solid start to his Golden State career despite a lower usage rate than he's accustomed to, posting 17.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 1.3 steals on 45.6 percent shooting from the field.

Butler amassed 26 points (9-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), nine rebounds and five assists across 37 minutes during Saturday's 115-110 victory over Detroit.

The veteran forward tied Draymond Green for the team-high mark in rebounds while finishing as the club's second-leading scorer behind Stephen Curry (32 points). Butler has racked up 20 or more points in five of his 12 outings since being traded to the Warriors on Feb. 5. He has averaged 17.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.2 steals across 31.6 minutes per contest during that 12-game span. The 35-year-old was solid from beyond the arc Saturday, though he has delivered a lackluster performance from beyond the arc this season. He has shot only 20.0 percent from three-point range since joining the Warriors.

Butler posted 25 points (7-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 10-10 FT), two rebounds, six assists and three steals in 35 minutes during Thursday's 121-119 victory over the Nets.

The performance tied his best scoring effort so far with Golden State, a mark he set Feb. 8 against the Bulls in his Warriors debut. Over 11 appearances with his new club, Butler has averaged 17.1 points, 5.4 assists, 5.0 boards and 1.3 steals, and Thursday's performance was a step in the right direction when it comes to his efficiency -- he's shooting just 45.1 percent from the floor and a woeful 14.3 percent (3-for-21) from beyond the arc during that stretch.

Butler notched 19 points (6-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-9 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 35 minutes during Tuesday's 114-102 win over the Knicks.

Butler played in his 10th game for the Warriors since being acquired via trade just before the deadline in a deal with the Heat, and while he hasn't posted eye-popping numbers, he's a consistent secondary scoring weapon. That said, things have been trending in the wrong direction for the veteran forward. He reached the 20-point mark in his first three appearances with the club but hasn't hit that mark since. In fact, he's averaging just 13.0 points while shooting 43.4 percent from the floor, including a 7.7 percent from three-point range, since the All-Star break.

Butler notched 19 points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four assists, three rebounds and one steal over 31 minutes in Monday's 119-101 win over Charlotte.

Butler returned Monday after missing Golden State's previous game due to back spasms, contributing offensively while finishing as one of five Warriors with a double-digit point total in a winning effort. Since joining Golden State in early February, Butler has reached double figures in scoring in seven of his nine appearances.

Butler (back) is available in Monday's game against Charlotte.

After missing Saturday's loss to the 76ers with back spasms, Butler will return to action Monday. The star forward should be able to handle his normal workload. Over eight appearances with Golden State, Butler has averaged 16.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.3 steals in 30.1 minutes while shooting 43.3 percent from the field.

Butler (back) is listed as probable for Monday's game against Charlotte.

Butler was sidelined for Saturday's loss against the 76ers due to back spasms, which was his first missed game as a Warrior. The issue doesn't appear to be a long-term concern for the moment, and he is expected to be available to play Monday. Butler has averaged 16.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.3 steals over 30.1 minutes per game across his eight outings with Golden State.

Butler (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Butler will miss his first game as a Warrior due to back spasms. The superstar forward struggled over his last two outings, totaling 11 points on 4-for-15 shooting, and it's unclear when he'll suit up again. His next chance to do so will come Monday in Charlotte, which is the first half of a back-to-back set for the Warriors. In Butler's absence, Buddy Hield, Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody, Gary Payton and Gui Santos are candidates for increased roles.

Butler is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the 76ers due to back spasms, John Dickinson of 95.7 The Game San Francisco reports.

Butler has has struggled over his last two outings, accumulating just 11 points on 4-for-15 shooting. Part of that shooting slump could be attributed to back spasms, which has put him in jeopardy of missing his first game as a member of the Warriors. Butler's absence would lead to more playing time for Gary Payton, Moses Moody and Buddy Hield.

Butler supplied 18 points (5-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal across 28 minutes during Sunday's 126-102 victory over Dallas.

Butler didn't stand out in the box score Sunday, but his plus-28 point differential was second-best on the Warriors behind Brandin Podziemski (plus-30). Butler has only made one three-pointer across six games with Golden State, but so far he has seamlessly fit into the offense alongside Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. Butler is averaging 20.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.5 steals over 31.6 minutes per game with Golden State.

Butler totaled 21 points (8-17 FG, 5-6 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists and one block in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 111-107 loss to the Mavericks.

The 35-year-old forward has scored at least 20 points in three straight games since making his Warriors debut. Butler is looking like a good fit alongside Stephen Curry so far, averaging 22.0 points, 6.7 boards, 5.7 assists and 1.7 steals for his new club, and he seems to be focusing his scoring efforts inside the arc rather than trying to become a new Splash Brother -- Butler has attempted only three three-pointers in his first three games for Golden State and failing to drain any of them.

Butler finished with 20 points (4-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 12-15 FT), nine rebounds, six assists and four steals in 31 minutes during Monday's 125-111 win over the Bucks.

In his second game wearing a Warriors jersey, Butler delivered 20-plus points again while tying his season high in steals. The 35-year-old forward has also been living at the free-throw line since being sent west by the Heat, going 23-for-28 in his first two games for his new club. It's been a bumpy season so far for Butler, but he seems extremely motivated to put together a big finish.

Butler registered 25 points (7-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 11-13 FT), two rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal over 29 minutes during Saturday's 132-111 victory over the Bulls.

Making his Warriors debut and first appearance since Jan. 21, Butler looked engaged and excited to be out of Miami. His 25 points were his most since Dec. 16, and he helped Golden State snap a three-game losing streak. Butler played only 29 minutes. That number should grow and he gets acclimated to his new squad.

Butler (recently traded) has been cleared to play against the Bulls on Saturday, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Butler was traded by the Heat to the Warriors on Wednesday in exchange for Andrew Wiggins, Kyle Anderson, Dennis Schroeder and a protected 2025 first-round pick. Butler wasn't able to make his Warriors debut against the Lakers on Thursday, but he will suit up alongside Stephen Curry and Draymond Green on Saturday. In the 22 games prior to his first suspension from the Heat in early January, Butler averaged 17.6 points on 55.2 percent shooting, 5.5 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.2 steals over 30.8 minutes per game.

Butler (recently traded) is trending toward making his Warriors debut in Saturday's game against Chicago, Mike McGraw of the Chicago Daily Herald reports.

Butler was acquired by the Warriors via trade Wednesday and is trending toward a return to game action against the club that drafted him back in 2011. The star forward appeared in 25 regular-season outings with the Heat before having been traded, during which he averaged 17.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.1 steals across 30.6 minutes per game.

Butler (recently traded) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Lakers, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.

Butler was traded from the Heat to the Warriors ahead of the trade deadline but won't be able to make his Golden State debut Thursday, as the trade is still finalizing. Butler's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Chicago.

The Heat traded Butler to the Warriors in exchange for Andrew Wiggins, Dennis Schroder, Kyle Anderson and a protected first-round pick, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Butler had been suspended indefinitely by Miami since Jan. 27 for conduct detrimental to the team and will get a chance at a fresh start with the Warriors. Golden State is playing the first leg of a back-to-back set Wednesday, and it's unclear when Butler will join the team. Once active, expect Butler to slot into Wiggins' vacated spot in the starting lineup. While Stephen Curry may still be the primary offensive option, Butler should see a large usage rate considering the Warriors' don't have many other ball-dominant players. In 25 appearances this season, the 35=year-old forward averaged 17.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.1 steals across 30.6 minutes.

The Heat announced Monday that Butler has been suspended indefinitely without pay for a period of no fewer than five games due to "a continued pattern of disregard of team rules, engaging in conduct detrimental to the team and intentionally withholding services."

Butler has now been suspended on three occasions by the team this month, with his latest ban coming after he walked out of the team's morning shootaround after being informed that he would come off the bench for Monday's game against the Magic, per Shams Charania of ESPN. As a result of Butler's latest transgression, the Heat will hold him out through the Feb. 6 trade deadline, presumably with the hope of finding a suitor for the star forward before then. Haywood Highsmith is slated to start at small forward Monday, and he should be a beneficiary of additional minutes along with reserves Jaime Jaquez (illness), Duncan Robinson, Terry Rozier and Nikola Jovic for the duration of Butler's suspension.

Miami will be suspending Butler indefinitely, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

Butler was supposed to return from a two-game absence Monday against Orlando, but he walked out of the morning shootaround after learning that he wouldn't be in the starting lineup -- Haywood Highsmith is expected to be moved into the first unit going forward. This situation continues to get messier and it will only fuel the trade rumors that are still floating around.

Butler is not listed on the injury report for Monday's game against Orlando.

Butler will be available to suit up Monday following a two-game suspension issued by the Heat, though there is no confirmation that he'll actually play, per Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. The star forward has been suspended for nine of Miami's 14 outings in January, during which he has averaged 11.4 points, 4.6 assists and 3.2 rebounds across 28.0 minutes per contest.

Butler is expected to be available for Monday's game against the Magic following a two-game suspension, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler is expected to return from a suspension stemming from a "continued pattern of disregard of team rules, insubordinate conduct and conduct detrimental to the team." There is no confirmation that the superstar will actually play, though Chiang relayed that Butler is expected to continue making himself available. The six-time All-Star has been suspended for nine of Miami's 14 outings in January, during which he has averaged 11.4 points, 4.6 assists and 3.2 rebounds across 28.0 minutes per contest.

The Heat confirmed Wednesday that Butler has been suspended for games Thursday in Milwaukee and Saturday in Brooklyn due to a "continued pattern of disregard of team rules, insubordinate conduct and conduct detrimental to the team."

Butler's latest suspension comes after he missed the Heat's flight to Milwaukee on Wednesday. The six-time All-Star was previously suspended for seven games earlier this month, which stemmed from multiple instances of conduct detrimental to the team. Butler has made it no secret that he desires to be traded, and while the Heat have been listening to offers, it's unclear if the organization has made much headway in finding the 35-year-old forward a new home in advance of the Feb. 6 trade deadline. Butler will be eligible to resume playing for the Heat in Monday's game against the Magic, but given the ongoing friction between player and team, it's unclear if he'll immediately be back in action next week.

Miami will suspend Butler for two games, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

According to Charania, Butler missed a team flight Wednesday, so the Heat will respond with a two-game suspension that will force him to miss Thursday's game against the Bucks and Saturday's game against the Nets. Miami will return home to face the Magic on Monday, but there's no telling what will happen with Butler by then. Duncan Robinson, Terry Rozier and Jaime Jaquez could be more involved for the Heat in the meantime.

Butler finished Friday's 133-113 loss to the Nuggets with 18 points (7-15 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 33 minutes.

Seeing his first action since Jan. 2 following the completion of his seven-game suspension from the Heat, Butler looked a little rusty but still provided a decent showcase for prospective trade partners. The 35-year-old has made it very clear he has no intention of playing for Miami in 2025-26, so expect a deal to materialize sometime in the next couple weeks.

Butler will return to the lineup Friday against the Nuggets,NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.

After serving a seven-game suspension imposed by the team, Butler will return to the basketball floor against Denver. The 35-year-old veteran has made it abundantly clear that he wants to be traded, but Miami is seemingly finding it difficult to move him, resulting in this awkward situation. There's no telling how much time Butler will be on the floor Friday.

Butler is not on the injury report after completing his seven-game suspension and will be available to return Friday against the Nuggets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has stated that he wants to be traded, but it seems the star forward is not planning to sit until the Feb. 6 trade deadline. Instead, it seems Butler will play and be as available as possible for the Heat, perhaps aiming to show other teams he still has plenty to bring to the table. It's unclear how much usage rate he'll have, so his fantasy upside is a bit uncertain given his recent seven-game absence.

Butler (suspension) plans to play for the Heat following his suspension, and Miami isn't close to trading the superstar forward, per NBA reporter Chris Haynes.

ESPN's Shams Charania reported Tuesday morning that Butler, who's currently serving a seven-game suspension for multiple instances of conduct detrimental to the team, had a face-to-face meeting with team president Pat Riley last week and reiterated that he wants to be traded and will not sign a new deal in Miami. The Heat are currently in seventh place in the Eastern Conference with a 20-18 record and have had Butler's services for only 22 games. And when he's been available, the veteran hasn't been playing his usual minutes, averaging 30.8 per game -- his lowest mark since the 2012-13 campaign. Butler has one more game remaining -- Wednesday against the Lakers -- before he's eligible to suit up again, and it sounds like he'll be back in the rotation Friday against Denver. However, his effort level and usage moving forward is anyone's guess. The Heat are attempting to cooperate with Butler's trade demand, but there hasn't been a sense of urgency ahead of the Feb. 6 deadline. Butler has been linked to the Suns

Butler has received a seven-game suspension for multiple instances of conduct detrimental to the team, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

The Heat announced that they've handed Butler the suspension due to his conduct over the course of the season, and particularly the last several weeks. This means his next chance to play will come against the Nuggets on Jan. 17, but with the Heat ready to listen to offers for the star forward, there's no guarantee that Butler will be part of the Heat roster once his suspension is over.

Butler logged nine points (3-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, four assists and two steals over 27 minutes during Thursday's 128-115 loss to the Pacers.

Butler continues to seem checked out regarding his effort on the floor for the Heat. As Butler's fate in Miami remains uncertain, the veteran hasn't made much of an impact for his team, with back-to-back performances in which he scored only nine points, attempting a total of 11 shots in two games.

Butler closed Wednesday's 119-108 win over New Orleans with nine points (3-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 25 minutes.

Butler returned from a five-game absence, struggling to find his rhythm despite the victory. It's been a topsy-turvy campaign for the veteran, delivering some vintage performances, while also missing multiple games and at times, looking lethargic on the court. Despite consistent trade rumors, Butler should continue to play a major role for the Heat, assuming he can remain relatively injury-free moving forward.

Butler (illness) will return to the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler missed the past five games for Miami due to a stomach bug, but he was back at practice Tuesday. With Butler back in the mix, Jaime Jaquez will likely shift to the bench and Tyler Herro could see his usage rate take a hit.

Butler (conditioning) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hawks and Sunday's contest against the Rockets, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Barry reported earlier Friday that Butler was expected to join the Heat on their two-game road trip. However, the All-NBA forward will instead remain in Miami as he works on his conditioning after missing the Heat's last three games due to a stomach bug, and he's now expected to return on New Years Day against the Pelicans. Jaime Jaquez will likely remain in Miami's starting lineup for the next two games due to Butler's absence.

Butler (conditioning) is expected to join the Heat for its two-game road trip and could return to action Saturday in Atlanta, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler appeared to tweak his ankle in a Dec. 20 loss to the Thunder, but the Heat ended up ruling him out for the rest of the game with a stomach illness. He's proceeded to sit out each of Miami's last three games, but the fact that the Heat listed his absence for Thursday's 89-88 win over the Magic due to "return to competition reconditioning" suggests he's moved past the illness at this point. In the midst of Butler's absence, Shams Charania of ESPN reported Wednesday that the six-time All-Star was seeking a trade out of Miami ahead of the Feb. 6 deadline, but team president Pat Riley said in a statement Thursday that the Heat have no intentions of moving Butler. The 35-year-old is thus expected to slot back into the starting five and play his usual minutes for Miami once he completes his reconditioning program.

Butler (conditioning) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Magic, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has been downgraded from doubtful to out Friday while returning to competitive conditioning. Jaime Jaquez will likely receive another start in his absence. Per Winderman, Butler is expected to suit up in Saturday's matchup with Atlanta.

Butler (conditioning/personal) is doubtful to play Thursday versus Orlando, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has been unavailable for Miami's past two contests, with a "return to competition" re-conditioning injury designation being tagged to him Wednesday. He continues to be mired in trade rumors as well, and it's unclear if he will travel to Orlando on Thursday. Terry Rozier (knee) is regarded as questionable for Thursday's game.

Butler (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will miss a second straight game due to a stomach bug, and his next opportunity to play will be Thursday against Orlando. Dru Smith, Jaime Jaquez and Pelle Larsson are candidates to see increased playing time Monday due to Butler's illness.

Butler (illness) is questionable for Monday's game against the Magic, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler's night was cut short last Monday due to an illness, and he is now in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive outing. If the star forward is sidelined once again, Dru Smith and Pelle Larsson are candidates for increased roles.

Butler (illness) won't play in Saturday's game against the Magic.

Butler wasn't expected to play Saturday after being tabbed doubtful due to a stomach illness. His absence should open up additional opportunities for Jaime Jaquez and Pelle Larsson. Butler's next chance to play will come Monday against Brooklyn.

Butler (illness) is doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Magic, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler exited Friday's contest against Oklahoma City early due to a stomach illness and is expected to remain sidelined Saturday. Jaime Jaquez and Pelle Larsson are candidates to receive increased playing time if Butler is ultimately ruled out.

Butler, who left Friday's game against the Thunder due to an illness, will not travel with the team to Orlando and his status for Saturday's game for the Magic is uncertain, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler rolled his ankle in the first quarter of Friday's game, and he was ruled out shortly after due to a stomach bug, per NBA reporter Chris Haynes. While Butler won't travel with the Heat, Winderman relays that the All-Star wing could rejoin the team in time to be ready for Saturday's 7:00 p.m. ET tipoff. Jaime Jaquez started for Butler in the second half of Friday's game, and the former could be in the Heat's starting lineup if the latter is unable to play Saturday.

Butler (illness) won't return to Friday's game against the Thunder, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports. He finished the game scoreless (0-0 FG, 0-0 FT) and with two assists.

Butler initially limped off the field following a collision, but he was feeling ill afterward due to a stomach bug, according to NBA reporter Chris Haynes,, and the Heat won't risk him. Terry Rozier, Pelle Larsson and Jaime Jaquez are expected to see minutes with Butler sidelined.

Butler went to the locker room in the first quarter of Friday's game against the Thunder due to an ankle injury, Joel Lorenzi of The Oklahoman reports.

Butler turned his ankle while colliding with Lu Dort, and the former walked back to the locker room afterwards. Terry Rozier, Pelle Larsson and Jaime Jaquez would be slated to see increased playing time Friday if Butler is unable to return.

Butler logged 35 points (12-21 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 10-12 FT), 19 rebounds, 10 assists, one block and four steals in 44 minutes during Monday's 125-124 overtime loss to the Pistons.

Butler did all he could to try and help Miami to an overtime win Monday, leading all players in the contest in points and rebounds while posting a team-high assist total in a triple-double performance. Butler set new season highs in scoring, rebounds and assists, now having finished with 30 or more points in three contests.

Butler (knee) is available for Thursday's game versus the Raptors.

Butler has been upgraded from probable to available Friday despite dealing with right knee soreness. There is no indication that the star forward will operate on a minutes restriction.

Butler (right knee soreness) is probable to play Thursday versus Toronto.

Butler has suited up in three consecutive contests, averaging 19.7 points, 6.3 rebounds and 4.7 assists and 32.7 minutes per game over that span. His addition to Wednesday's injury report likely pertains more to maintenance at practice than an aggravation of any kind, but his status will need to be monitored.

Butler (knee) is available for Sunday's game against Cleveland, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will give it a go following a probable tag due to right knee soreness prior to being cleared. The star forward has appeared in two consecutive outings since missing last Monday's loss to Boston, during which he has amassed 41 points, 16 rebounds, nine assists, two steals and two blocks across 63 total minutes.

Butler is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers due to right knee soreness.

Butler is likely to play in the second leg of the Heat's back-to-back set after posting 24 points (9-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one block in 34 minutes during Saturday's win over the Suns. The star forward has appeared in four of Miami's last five matchups, during which he averaged 21.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.3 steals across 32.8 minutes per contest.

Butler accumulated 24 points (9-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one block in 34 minutes during Saturday's 121-111 win over the Suns.

Butler has recorded solid results since returning from a one-game absence, but the veteran has experienced frustrating peaks and valleys with his production. He was able to handle an injury-depleted Phoenix squad with ease, but Butler could use more shot volume and a slightly better field goal percentage as he progresses through his 14th NBA season.

Butler (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Suns, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler will play through a right knee injury for a second straight game after being sidelined for Monday's loss to the Celtics. Over his last seven outings, Butler has averaged 21.7 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.0 steals over 33.0 minutes per game.

Butler (knee) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Suns.

After missing a matchup due to a right knee injury, Butler returned to game action during Wednesday's win over the Lakers, in which he supplied 17 points (8-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 0-1 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, two steals and one block across 29 minutes. The star forward is back on the injury report due to right knee soreness, though he is expected to play. Butler has appeared in four of the Heat's last five outings, during which he averaged 16.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.3 steals across 30.5 minutes per contest.

Butler (knee) will play Wednesday versus the Lakers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler appears good to go after a one-game absence due to right knee soreness. The 35-year-old has delivered strong production when healthy, posting at least 23 points in four of his last five full contests.

Butler (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler sat out the second half of Miami's back-to-back set Monday in Boston after experiencing soreness in his right knee during Sunday's loss in Toronto. If he can suit up, the All-Star forward may not have any limitations. Over his last six appearances, Butler has averaged 22.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 0.8 steals in 33.7 minutes per game.

Butler (knee) is listed out for Monday's game against the Celtics.

Butler suffered a right knee injury Sunday against the Raptors, but the good news for Miami is that his diagnosis is soreness according to the injury report. With Butler sitting out Monday, players such as Tyler Herro and Terry Rozier could see a bump in usage, while Jaime Jaquez could offer more upside in fantasy formats as well. For now, Butler should be considered questionable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

Butler suffered an apparent right knee injury while driving to the basket with 1:27 remaining in Sunday's 119-116 loss to the Raptors and acknowledged afterward that he's uncertain to play in Monday's game in Boston, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. "I don't know," Butler said Sunday, when asked about whether he would miss time due to the knee issue. "I ain't even there yet. I'm, just happy to be able to put this sleeve on [the knee], do all this treatment. We'll see how I feel whene

Butler looked to be in pain and was favoring the knee after falling to the floor when he was fouled by the Raptors' Davion Mitchell on a drive to the basket. He converted the field-goal attempt and stayed in the game to hit the ensuing free throw, but with the knee issue affecting his mobility, Butler headed to the bench with 24 seconds remaining in the contest. He finished the contest with 17 points (6-9 FG, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 34 minutes. Given that Butler previously dealt with an MCL sprain in his right knee late last season and missed the Heat's first-round playoff series loss to the Celtics as a result, fantasy managers should prepare for the possibility that the star forward misses time.

Butler logged 26 points (8-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds, six assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Friday's 121-111 victory over the Raptors.

Butler has been slightly disappointing in most formats this season, but he delivered one of his most efficient performances of the campaign Friday. He's been turning things around of late, and the veteran has scored at least 23 points in four of his last five appearances since returning from a four-game absence in mid-November.

Butler (back) is available for Friday's game against the Raptors, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

The Heat will be close to full strength Friday, with Butler leading the way after he was listed as probable in Thursday's injury report. Since missing four games with an ankle injury in mid-November, Butler is averaging 23.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 0.5 steals per game.

Butler is probable for Friday's game against the Raptors due to back tightness.

Butler posted six points (2-2 FG, 2-2 3Pt), four rebounds and three assists in 25 minutes during Wednesday's 98-94 win over the Hornets before exiting due to a tight back. It appears the veteran's removal was simply precautionary, and he should be back in action Friday. Before Wednesday's game, Butler had scored at least 23 points in three straight appearances, averaging 28.7 points, 7.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 36.3 minutes per game.

Butler provided six points (2-2 FG, 2-2 3Pt), four rebounds and three assists in 25 minutes during Wednesday's 98-94 win over the Hornets before sitting out the final 14:57 of the game due to a tight back, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Despite the limited playing time, Butler drilled two triples before his exit late in the third quarter, nearly matching his combined total (three) from his first 11 appearances of the season. With head coach Erik Spoelstra opting to stay away from Butler in the fourth quarter, the Heat turned to Haywood Highsmith, Duncan Robinson and Jaime Jaquez to help fill the vacated minutes. Butler should be viewed as day-to-day heading into the Heat's next game Friday versus the Raptors.

Butler racked up 23 points (6-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 11-13 FT), four rebounds and five assists across 37 minutes during Tuesday's 106-103 loss to the Bucks.

The 35-year-old led the Heat in scoring on the night, although he failed to produce at least 30 points for a third straight game. Butler has been particularly busy at the free-throw line since missing four games with an ankle injury, making at least 13 trips to the charity stripe in each of his last three contests. During that brief stretch, Butler's averaging 28.7 points, 7.7 boards and 5.3 assists while shooting 61.0 percent from the floor and 83.3 percent on all those free throws.

Butler posted 33 points (11-17 FG, 11-16 FT), nine rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal in 38 minutes during Sunday's 123-118 overtime win over the Mavericks.

Butler did it all for Miami in Sunday's extended contest, leading all players in scoring while handing out a team-best assist total and coming up one rebound shy of a double-double showing. Butler has been red hot as of late, posting at least 30 points, nine rebounds and five assists in two straight outings.

Butler (illness) will play in Sunday's game against the Mavericks, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports.

Butler missed Saturday's practice due to the illness, though he should be good to shoulder his normal workload Sunday. The veteran forward returned to game action in Monday's win over the 76ers after missing four consecutive games with a sprained right ankle, during which he logged 30 points (8-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 13-13 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists and one steal across 34 minutes.

Butler (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Mavericks.

Butler missed Saturday's practice due to an illness and could be forced to sit out Sunday. If Butler is unable to suit up against Dallas, Haywood Highsmith, Jaime Jaquez and Pelle Larson are all candidates to receive increased playing time.

Butler didn't practice Saturday due to illness, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler made his return from a four-game absence due to a sprained ankle Monday, but he's back on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game with an illness. If he's unable to play, Duncan Robinson and Jaime Jaquez could see more minutes.

Butler (ankle) registered 30 points (8-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 13-13 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists and one steal across 34 minutes Monday in the Heat's 106-89 win over the 76ers.

A sprained right ankle had kept Butler out for the last four games, but he looked as good as ever in his return to action, establishing a new season-high mark in scoring while doing with a perfect showing from the free-throw line on heavy volume. Butler had gotten off to a sluggish start from the charity stripe with a 73.2 percent success rate on 56 attempts, but he improved his mark by five percentage points Monday. The strong production on the glass and as a distributor all while committing no turnovers on the night made Butler's line all the more valuable for managers who roster him in nine-category leagues.

Butler (ankle) is available to play Monday against the 76ers.

Butler missed the previous four games for the Heat, but he'll return for the second leg of this back-to-back set. Unfortunately for Miami, Terry Rozier (foot) and Jaime Jaquez (ankle) will be unavailable. For that reason, it's likely that Butler soaks up a ton of usage in his return to action.

Butler (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Pacers.

Butler will miss his fourth consecutive contest due to a right ankle sprain. Haywood Highsmith will likely receive the starting nod once again, and without Butler he has averaged 10.0 points, 3.0 steals and 2.7 rebounds across 31.3 minutes over the last three regular-season games (three starts). Butler's next chance to suit up will come in the second leg of a back-to-back set against the 76ers on Monday.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Pacers, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler could return to action Sunday after missing Miami's last three contests with an ankle injury. If the star forward is able to suit up against Indiana, he will likely reclaim his starting spot from Haywood Highsmith.

Butler (ankle) won't play in Friday's game versus the Pacers.

Butler is set to miss his third straight game Friday due to a sprained right ankle. Haywood Highsmith will likely receive another start in his absence. Butler's next chance to suit up is Sunday's rematch with Indiana.

Butler (ankle) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has missed Miami's last two contests while dealing with a right ankle sprain. The star forward's absence from practice is a bad sign of his availability for Friday's matchup with Indiana.

Butler (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pistons, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will miss a second straight game due to a right ankle sprain. Haywood Highsmith and Kevin Love started at the forward spots during Sunday's loss to Minnesota, but Jaime Jaquez, Pelle Larsson and Duncan Robinson are also candidates for increased roles until Butler is cleared to return. Butler's next chance to suit up will come Friday in Indiana.

Butler (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game versus the TImberwolves, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler will miss his first game of the season Sunday due to a sprained right ankle he suffered against Denver. In the star forward's absence, Jaime Jaquez (illness), Haywood Highsmith, Pelle Larson and Duncan Robinson are all candidates to receive increased playing time. Butler's next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Detroit.

Butler (ankle) won't return to Friday's game against the Nuggets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

The Heat will have to find a way to win on the road without their star forward, as Butler won't return for the rest of the game. The veteran ends the contest with two points (1-2 FG), one rebound and two assists before exiting. Further exams will be needed to determine the severity of the injury.

Butler left Friday's game versus the Nuggets to the locker room after tweaking his ankle, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

The severity of Butler's ankle injury is unknown at this time. While he is sidelined, Duncan Robinson is the prime candidate to absorb his minutes. The veteran wing accumulated two points (1-2 FG), one rebound and two assists before heading to the locker room.

Butler had 27 points (9-19 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 8-11 FT), two rebounds, six assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Monday's 111-110 loss to Sacramento.

Butler has endured a rough start to the season from a scoring perspective, but he bounced back admirably here and delivered a solid stat line. The veteran forward seems to be shaking off some of the early-season rust and has now scored over 20 points in three of his last five appearances, so fantasy managers should continue to trust him as a must-start player across all formats as long as he remains healthy.

Butler provided 18 points (6-13 FG, 6-8 FT), eight rebounds and four assists across 31 minutes during Saturday's 118-98 win over Washington.

Butler finished Saturday's contest as the Heat's second-leading scorer behind Bam Adebayo (34). Butler is attempting just 11.2 field goals per game -- his lowest since the 2013-14 regular season with the Bulls -- but he's shooting an efficient 48.2 percent from the field and is averaging 17.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.8 steals over 33.0 minutes per contest.

Butler finished with 15 points (6-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two steals over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 116-107 loss to New York.

Butler had a rough showing in the season with a three-point performance (1-8 FG) in the loss to the Magic on Oct. 23, and while he responded with two straight games with at least 20 points, he had another low-scoring effort Wednesday. Even if his scoring numbers haven't been as good as in previous years, Butler is improving in the efficiency department. Excluding the dud in the season opener, Butler is shooting 57.1 percent from the field while attempting 11.7 shots per game, so he's trending in the right direction even if the scoring numbers aren't backing that up.

Butler supplied 23 points (7-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 9-11 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and four steals across 34 minutes during Monday's 106-98 win over the Pistons.

Miami picked up their second straight win with Butler leading the team in scoring. Butler had a horrendous three-point dud on Opening Night, but he has responded with two strong games in a row. In that span, he produced averages of 24.5 points, 7.5 assists, 6.0 rebounds and 3.0 steals.

Butler ended with 26 points (7-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 11-17 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals in 37 minutes during Saturday's 114-106 win over the Hornets.

Butler's three-point performance in the season-opening loss to the Magic probably worried some fantasy managers, but the veteran bounced back in a big way versus Charlotte. He did most of his work at the free-throw line, but his 11-for-17 mark did more harm than good in category leagues. However, Butler has shot above 85 percent from the charity stripe in four straight seasons, so Saturday's effort looks like an outlier for now.

Butler recorded three points (1-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 116-97 loss to the Magic.

Butler struggled to find the bottom of the basket and looked out of sorts in the opener. He only turned the ball over once and is seemingly 100 percent healthy, so his result was a bit surprising. Butler's biggest flaw is his durability. The highest attendance he's achieved in recent memory was in 2016 when he played 76 games with Chicago.

Butler is part of the first unit for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Magic.

Butler will kick off his sixth season in Miami on Wednesday, and he'll be joined by Terry Rozier, Tyler Herro, Nikola Jovic and Bam Adebayo in the first unit. Butler averaged 30.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.3 steals across 34.0 minutes per game last season.

Butler (rest) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Magic.

Butler will return to action for Miami's regular-season opener after sitting out the preseason finale for rest purposes. Butler will almost certainly reclaim his starting spot from Haywood Highsmith.

Butler won't play in Friday's preseason game versus the Grizzlies, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler hasn't suffered any injury but will sit out Friday's preseason finale alongside most of Miami's regulars. The star forward should be good to go for the Heat's regular-season opener against Orlando on Oct. 23.

Butler logged 24 points (8-11 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 6-8 FT), five rebounds, three assists and three steals over 21 minutes in Wednesday's 120-111 preseason win over the Hawks.

Despite the Heat playing the second game of a back-to-back, Butler and the rest of the starters each played 20-plus minutes Wednesday. It didn't seem to bother him, as he led both teams in scoring in an efficient manner. Butler was unable to play in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs after suffering a right MCL sprain during the Heat's Play-In Game loss to the 76ers, but he was cleared to participate in training camp without restrictions. Butler just turned 35, and his health during the 2024-25 campaign will be worth monitoring as he's missed at least 20 regular-season games in three of the last four years.

Butler (knee) will be a full go for training camp this week, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler suffered a right MCL sprain during Miami's Play-In Game loss to the 76ers, but he had a healthy offseason for the most part. Butler's durability has been a major red flag for fantasy managers, as he's missed 20 or more regular-season games three times in the past four seasons. He's been challenged by Pat Riley to get back on track, however, and Butler made it clear that he's up to the task.

The Heat announced Thursday that Butler has been diagnosed with a sprained MCL and will miss several weeks, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler suffered his right knee injury late in the first quarter of Wednesday's Play-In Game loss to the 76ers, but he remained in the game down the stretch despite a limp. However, the injury is significant enough to sideline him for multiple weeks, so even if the Heat take down the Bulls on Friday, it seems unlikely that Butler will be in the mix to return during a first-round series against Boston. Jaime Jaquez will likely take on a starting role in Butler's absence, while Haywood Highsmith and Caleb Martin could also see additional playing time.

Butler is expected to be sidelined for several weeks after sustaining an MCL injury to his right knee Wednesday in the Heat's 105-104 loss to the 76ers in the Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Butler sustained the injury in the final minute of the first quarter, and while he remained in the game, he was clearly operating at well below full strength and ultimately finished with 19 points (5-18 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five assists, five steals and four rebounds in 40 minutes. The Heat will send Butler in for an MRI on Thursday before providing an updated diagnosis of his injury, but the 34-year-old looks safe to count out for Friday's Play-In Tournament matchup with the Bulls, and quite likely, the first round of the playoffs if Miami should advance. Jaime Jaquez has regularly picked up starts when Butler missed time during the regular season, and the rookie first-rounder, as well as Haywood Highsmith and Caleb Martin, could all benefit from added minutes Friday.

Butler is feared to have sustained an MCL injury in his right knee, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Butler finished out Wednesday's Play-In Tournament game against the 76ers despite sporting a limp in his right leg. While he was reported to be undergoing an MRI on Thursday, Butler's injury could be more serious than initially expected. If it ends up being an MCL injury, it's highly unlikely that Butler will be able to play in Friday's Play-In elimination game. In that scenario, Jaime Jaquez, Haywood Highsmith and Caleb Martin would likely see more minutes.

Butler will have an MRI on Thursday after sustaining a right knee injury during Wednesday's 105-104 Play-In Tournament loss to the 76ers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports. He played 40 minutes and generated 19 points (5-18 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five assists, four rebounds and five steals.

Butler appeared to tweak his knee late in the first quarter after being fouled but remained in the game at less than 100 percent, sporting a noticeable limp at times. Butler was seen wearing a protective knee sleeve post-game and will have more testing done Thursday. The Heat will play in a win-or-go-home matchup Friday night, giving Butler very little time to heal. We should know more about the severity of the injury once the MRI results come back.

Butler finished Friday's 125-103 win over Toronto with 14 points (5-7 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds and seven assists in 29 minutes.

Butler hasn't been able to fill the stat sheet and deliver the elite scoring numbers he's accustomed fantasy managers to produce over the last few weeks, but he continue to be a serviceable asset due to his all-around contributions. Butler has failed to reach the 20-point mark in five of his last nine appearances, but he's still averaging 18.0 points, 5.9 assists and 5.0 rebounds per game in that stretch.

Butler registered 25 points (7-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 10-13 FT), eight rebounds, nine assists and three steals over 44 minutes during Tuesday's 117-111 double-overtime victory over the Hawks.

Butler scored at least 20 points for the fourth consecutive contest, and the star forward also filled the stat sheet admirably after ending just one assist and two rebounds away from a triple-double. Butler was going through a semi-drought in terms of scoring since he failed to reach the 20-point mark in five straight contests between March 22 and April 2, but he seems to have bounced back right as the playoffs are approaching for the Heat.

Butler had 27 points (7-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 12-12 FT), seven rebounds, eight assists and one steal across 39 minutes during Sunday's 117-115 loss to Indiana.

Butler led all players in Sunday's contest in scoring while ending perfect from the free-throw line to go along with a team-high assist total and finishing second on the team in rebounds in an all-around showcase. Butler has connected on 12 of more free throws in three games this season, now surpassing the 25-point mark in 16 outings. He has posted at least 25 points, five rebounds and five assists in five contests.

Butler amassed 22 points (6-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 8-8 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Friday's 119-104 win over the Rockets.

Butler has now recorded back-to-back games with at least 20 points. The star forward has been very efficient from the free-throw line lately, converting 91.8 percent of his 6.1 free-throw attempts per contest over his last 10 outings. Miami will need Butler to continue his aggressive scoring in order to avoid the Play-In Tournament.

Butler tallied 20 points (7-17 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five assists and four rebounds over 40 minutes in Thursday's 109-105 loss to Philadelphia.

Butler ended up taking the court Thursday after missing shootaround due to personal reasons, going on to hand out a team-high handful of assists while ending perfect from the free throw line and finishing as one of two Heat players with 20 or more points in a losing effort. Butler reached the 20-point mark for the first time in his last six appearances, posting at least five assists in his seventh straight outing.

Butler (personal) is available for Thursday's game against the 76ers, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler missed Thursday's morning shootaround due to personal reasons, but he was considered probable for the team's matchup against the 76ers. He's averaged 14.0 points, 6.0 assists and 5.3 rebounds in 33.0 minutes per game over his last three appearances, and it seems unlikely that he'll face limitations Thursday.

Butler was absent from shootaround but is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the 76ers due to personal reasons, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Despite being absent from shootaround, Butler is expected to play in his fourth straight contest Thursday. The star forward has seen his production decrease as of late, averaging 14.8 points, 5.8 assists and 4.6 rebounds in 31.8 minutes across his last five appearances.

Butler (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.

As expected, Butler has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up following a one-game absence due to an illness. Over his last three appearances, Butler has averaged 20.7 points, 5.3 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 2.0 steals in 32.3 minutes per game.

Butler (illness) is probable for Friday's game versus the Trail Blazers, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler is expected to return to action Friday after missing Miami's previous contest with a non-COVID illness. If he's upgraded to available, the star forward will likely reclaim his starting spot from Jaime Jaquez (ankle).

Butler (illness) was a limited participant during Thursday's practice, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was sidelined for Tuesday's loss to the Warriors due to an illness but is trending in the right direction ahead of Friday's matchup versus Portland. Miami will release its official injury report Thursday afternoon.

Butler (illness) will miss Tuesday's game against Golden State, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler will join Tyler Herro (foot) and Duncan Robinson (back) on the sidelines Tuesday. Jaime Jaquez (knee) has yet to be cleared for action, but the rookie is averaging 15.5 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 21 games without Butler this season.

Butler (illness) is now considered questionable for Tuesday's game against Golden State, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler being downgraded from probable to questionable puts his status in serious jeopardy, especially in the context of him not attending the team's morning shootaround. Jaime Jaquez (knee) and Caleb Martin (ankle) are also questionable for a Miami rotation in flux.

Butler didn't participate in Tuesday's morning shootaround due to a non-COVID illness but is probable for Miami's matchup against Golden State on Tuesday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

While Butler was added to Miami's injury report a few hours before tipoff, it appears likely that he'll be able to suit up despite his illness. Over his last three appearances, he's averaged 20.7 points, 5.3 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 2.0 steals in 32.3 minutes per game.

Butler had 15 points (3-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 8-9 FT), three rebounds, six assists and one steal over 24 minutes during Sunday's 121-84 win over the Cavaliers.

Butler only attempted six shots from the field -- his second-lowest mark of the season -- but still posted a decent stat line considering he only logged 24 minutes in a blowout win. Butler remains a key figure for the Heat, but his numbers are down from last season in almost every major category except three-point shooting percentage. He's still averaging 21.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.4 steals per game, however.

Butler posted 30 points (11-19 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), four rebounds, five assists and four steals over 37 minutes in Wednesday's 107-104 win over the Cavaliers.

Butler missed the last two games due to a foot issue, but he was able to suit up Wednesday to lead the Heat in scoring. It marked the seventh time this season Butler has scored 30-plus points in a game, with the last instance taking place March 2 against the Jazz. Since the All-Star break, Butler is averaging 22.3 points on 50.9 percent shooting, 5.4 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.8 steals over 35.3 minutes per game.

Butler (foot) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has been upgraded from questionable to available after missing Miami's last two contests with a right foot contusion. The star forward is averaging 21.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.6 steals in 35.1 minutes across his previous 10 appearances. However, with Bam Adebayo (back) out, Butler could take on an increased offensive workload.

Butler (foot) was spotted getting up shots at Wednesday's morning shootaround, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has been sidelined for the past two games, but he's currently listed as questionable for Wednesday and his availability at the shootaround is a good sign that he's trending in the right direction. If Butler is unable to suit up, the Heat could rely heavily on Jaime Jaquez and Caleb Martin.

Butler (foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has missed back-to-back games due to a foot issue and is listed as questionable again. If the star forward is sidelined, Jaime Jaquez, Haywood Highsmith and Caleb Martin would be candidates for increased roles, especially with Duncan Robinson joining Tyler Herro (foot) and Josh Richardson (shoulder) on the sidelines for an extended period.

Butler (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the 76ers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was questionable for Monday's matchup and will be forced to miss a second consecutive game due to a right foot contusion. Jaime Jaquez will likely draw another start for Miami, while Butler's next chance to suit up will be Wednesday in Cleveland.

Butler (foot) is questionable for Monday's game against the 76ers.

Butler is questionable again after missing Sunday's win over the Pistons due to a right foot contusion. If the star forward misses both halves of the back-to-back set, Jamie Jaquez would likely draw another start.

Butler (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Detroit.

Butler's next opportunity to take the court comes in the second half of Miami's back-to-back Monday. Butler dealt with an extended absence due to a right toe sprain in December and January, but there is no inclination that his current right foot bruise is related. Jaime Jaquez is a candidate to start and in his stead and is averaging 15.9 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.9 assists in 19 games without Butler this season.

Butler is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Pistons due to a right foot contusion, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler injured his foot during Friday's win over Detroit and is now in danger of missing Sunday's contest. If Butler is ruled out, Jaime Jaquez, Haywood Highsmith and Caleb Martin are candidates to receive increased playing time.

Butler closed Wednesday's 100-88 loss to Denver with 15 points (6-16 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one block over 36 minutes.

Butler popped up on the injury report Tuesday with an illness, but it wasn't severe enough to keep him out of Wednesday's rematch of the 2022-23 NBA Finals. It was a tough night on the offensive side of the floor for the Heat, with Butler's 15 points second on the team behind Bam Adebayo. Butler is averaging 22.5 points on 50.0 percent shooting, 5.2 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 1.0 steals over 36.6 minutes per game in March.

Butler (illness) will play Wednesday against the Nuggets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

As expected, Butler has been upgraded from probable to available and will play in an eighth straight game. Over his last seven appearances, Butler has averaged 23.3 points, 6.3 assists, 5.3 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 36.7 minutes per game.

Butler (illness) is probable for Wednesday's game versus Denver, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler was held out of practice Tuesday, but given the probable tag, the illness is likely not too severe. In Butler's last five games, he averaged 24.0 points, 6.4 assists, 5.2 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.0 three-pointers.

Butler contributed 23 points (9-20 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 36 minutes during Sunday's 110-108 loss to Washington.

Butler led the Heat in scoring and also contributed on peripheral categories, something he does with absolute ease on a game-to-game basis, so his overall stat line wasn't much of a surprise in a game the Heat surprisingly lost to the Wizards. Butler has been very consistent since the end of the All-Star break, though, scoring at least 20 points in all but one of his last eight outings while averaging 23.3 points per game in that stretch.

Butler ended with 20 points (8-16 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds and eight assists across 37 minutes during Friday's 107-100 loss to the Thunder.

The Heat came up short and suffered a seven-point loss to the Thunder, but Butler was impressive on both ends of the court and finished just two assists away from recording a triple-double. Butler has been outstanding since the end of the All-Star break, missing just one game and averaging a robust stat line of 23.3 points, 6.6 assists, 6.1 rebounds, 1.9 steals and 0.6 blocks per game.

Butler ended with 26 points (7-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 11-12 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and two steals over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 118-110 win over the Pistons.

Butler has made it a point of emphasis over his last two appearances to get to the charity stripe and has made 21 of his 23 free throw attempts over that span. Butler also been getting his team involved lately as he's registered six or more assists in six of his last seven games. He's averaged 25.8 points on 54.8 percent shooting, 5.8 rebounds, 6.6 assists and 2.2 steals over 34.6 minutes per game over his last five contests.

Butler notched 37 points (12-19 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 10-11 FT), three rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal over 36 minutes during Saturday's 126-120 victory over the Jazz.

Butler carried the Heat to victory Saturday, scoring a season-high 37 points. He has now tallied at least 20 points in four straight games, a welcome sight for fantasy managers. While the risk of missed games is an ongoing concern, Butler typically increases his production down the stretch. As long as he can stay on the floor, Butler could be a sneaky top-20 asset moving forward.

Butler posted 21 points (7-17 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-9 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one steal across 40 minutes during Thursday's 103-97 loss to the Nuggets.

Butler's consistency, despite missing games here and there, has been remarkable, and the veteran forward has reached the 20-point mark in nine of his last 10 games but without sacrificing his contributions in other categories. Over that 10-game stretch, the star wing is averaging 23.6 points, 7.5 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 2.2 blocks across 34.8 minutes per contest.

Butler closed with 22 points (7-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-9 FT), four rebounds, nine assists, two blocks and four steals in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 106-96 win over the Trail Blazers.

Butler missed Miami's previous game while serving a suspension for his role in the altercation between the Heat and Pelicans last Friday. The star forward didn't miss a beat in his return Tuesday, complementing an efficient scoring line with strong work as a distributor and defender. Butler's four steals marked a season high, and he fell one assist shy of his fifth double-double of the campaign.

Butler (suspension) is available for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler and Nikola Jovic will both suit up after serving one-game suspensions Monday for their involvement in an on-court altercation during Friday's win over the Pelicans. Terry Rozier (knee) is also cleared to make his return following a multi-game absence, while Tyler Herro (knee) remains out. Butler shouldn't face any limitations versus Portland.

The NBA suspended Butler on Sunday for one game without pay for instigating and engaging in an on-court altercation during Friday's win over the Pelicans. He'll serve the suspension during Monday's matchup in Sacramento.

Butler, Naji Marshall and Nikola Jovic have each been suspended for one game, while Thomas Bryant and Jose Alvarado will miss three contests for their involvement in the incident. Butler's next chance to play will come Tuesday in Portland, while Duncan Robinson, Jaime Jaquez and Caleb Martin are candidates for increased roles versus the Kings.

Butler was ejected from Friday's game against the Pelicans with 11:19 remaining in the fourth quarter.

Butler got into an altercation with Naji Marshall, and it quickly got out of control on the sidelines. No punches were thrown, so a suspension seems unlikely on Butler's end. Butler ended with 23 points (7-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 8-12 FT), nine rebounds, six assists, three steals and one block in 27 minutes.

Butler (personal) is available for Friday's game versus the Pelicans, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler missed Miami's previous three contests due to personal reasons but will return to action Friday. Butler is averaging 21.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.8 steals in 34.1 minutes across his last 10 appearances.

Butler (personal) participated in Thursday's practice session, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler was unavailable for Miami's final three games before the All-Star break due to the death of a family member, but he rejoined the Heat at practice Thursday. The team hasn't yet revealed his status for Friday's game against the Pelicans, but it wouldn't be surprising to see Butler available.

Butler (personal) will miss the next two games for Miami, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

This means Butler will sit out Tuesday against the Bucks and Wednesday against the 76ers, so he won't be back on the floor until after the All-Star break. With Terry Rozier (knee) slated to undergo an MRI, and the Heat may need to heavily rely on Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez and Duncan Robinson.

Butler will not play Sunday versus Boston due to a personal matter.

Butler is reportedly dealing with a family tragedy and has been granted a leave of absence from the team. Jaime Jaquez, Duncan Robinson and Cody Martin are top candidates to absorb his workload.

Butler is isted as questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Celtics for personal reasons, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

There is still hope that Butler will be available to play, so it looks like this situation is very up in the air as of now. Some combination of Duncan Robinson, Jaime Jaquez, Haywood Highsmith (personal) and Caleb Martin would presumably absorb the star wing's minutes if he is ultimately unable to go.

Butler finished with 17 points (5-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 11 rebounds, 11 assists, one block and three steals in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 116-104 victory over the Spurs.

Butler has attempted 12 or fewer field goals in three of his last four games, but he's been making an impact in other categories outside of solely the scoring column. He can still take over games if needed, but his ability to stuff the stat sheet remains among the best in the NBA. This was his first triple-double of the campaign, and he's averaging 21.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.8 steals per game over his last 10 appearances.

Butler provided 23 points (6-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 9-12 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists and three steals across 34 minutes during Tuesday's 121-95 victory over the Magic.

It was another impressive performance at both ends of the court for Butler, who has scored over 20 points in six straight games and recorded multiple steals in eight of the last 12. During that latter stretch, the veteran forward is averaging 22.7 points, 5.8 boards, 4.3 assists, 1.8 steals and 1.3 threes while shooting 58.8 percent from the floor and a dazzling 57.1 percent from beyond the arc.

Butler provided 21 points (8-19 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Sunday's 103-95 loss to the Clippers.

The 34-year-old led the Heat in scoring as he topped 20 points for the fifth straight game. Butler has looked good since returning from a toe injury in mid-January, averaging 22.6 points, 5.6 boards, 4.0 assists, 1.6 steals and 1.3 threes over the last 11 games while shooting 58.3 percent from the floor and a jaw-dropping 58.3 percent (14-for-24) from beyond the arc.

Butler chipped in 24 points (7-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 9-13 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal over 36 minutes during Friday's 110-102 win over the Wizards.

Butler led all Heat players in scoring while ending one rebound short of a double-double to along with a trio of assists and a steal defensively in an all-around showing. Butler has surpassed the 20-point mark in 18 games this season, including in four straight contests. Butler has also recorded at least eight rebounds, three assists and one steal in four straight games.

Butler amassed 31 points (10-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 9-12 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 115-106 win over Sacramento.

The 34-year-old forward led the Heat in scoring on the night as he topped 30 points for the second time in nine games since returning from a toe injury. Butler's averaging 22.7 points, 5.4 boards, 4.2 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.2 threes over that stretch while shooting 60.0 percent from the floor and a stunning 61.1 percent (11-for-18) from beyond the arc, but Miami went an uncharacteristic 2-7 during that time.

Butler totaled 26 points (7-12 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 10-10 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and one steal over 37 minutes during Monday's 118-105 loss to the Suns.

The veteran forward led all scorers on the night, but his efforts went for naught as Miami's bench got out-scored 48-30. Butler didn't miss a beat after being sidelined for the first half of January with a toe issue, and over eight games since his return to the lineup he's averaging 21.6 points, 5.3 boards, 4.0 assists, 1.8 steals and 1.1 threes while shooting 58.3 percent from the floor, 89.7 percent from the free-throw line and an eye-popping 60.0 percent (9-for-15) from long distance.

Butler ended with 28 points (11-20 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and three steals across 36 minutes during Saturday's 125-109 loss to the Knicks.

Butler led all Heat players in scoring and steals while ending two rebounds short of a double-double and two points shy of the 30-point mark in a well-rounded performance. Butler has posted 28 or more points in eight games this season while hauling in at least eight rebounds in three outings. Butler's trio of threes matched a season high mark, a feat he has accomplished twice this season.

Butler closed with 15 points (5-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists in 29 minutes during Sunday's 105-87 loss to Orlando.

Butler was strong from deep in Sunday's blowout loss, connecting on a trio of threes while ending as one of two Heat players with 15 or more points. Butler tied a season-high in threes made, now having recorded three threes in three games.

Butler had 25 points (8-10 FG, 9-10 FT), five rebounds, six assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Friday's 109-108 loss to the Hawks.

Butler bounced back from his 16-point outing against the Raptors on Jan. 17, and he delivered another all-around showing despite the fact the Heat came up short from beating the Hawks. Butler seems to be leaving the injury woes behind him, as recent issues made him miss all but one of Miami's 12 games between Dec. 20 and Jan. 14. He's averaging 24.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 2.0 steals per game since his return to the hardwood three games ago.

Butler contributed 31 points (8-12 FG, 15-16 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals across 40 minutes during Monday's 96-95 overtime win over Brooklyn.

Butler returned from a seven-game absence due to a toe injury he sustained against the Jazz on Dec. 30. He registered his fifth 30-point performance in Monday's win. While he didn't attempt a three-point shot, he made 15 of his 16 free throws, including the last two of the game that gave the Heat the overtime victory.

Butler (toe) is available for Monday's game against the Nets, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler will return to action Monday after missing 11 of the Heat's past 12 games. He will presumably have some restrictions but should be in the starting lineup and handle his usual usage while on the court. Before his string of absences, Butler averaged 22.8 points, 5.6 assists and 5.4 rebounds in 35.1 minutes over his previous nine appearances.

Butler (toe) is questionable for Monday's game against the Nets, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler has missed 11 of the Heat's last 12 games, but he could make his return Monday. If he's cleared, he'd presumably have some restrictions, but he hasn't operated off the bench since the 2012-13 campaign.

Butler (toe) will travel with the team ahead of Monday's game against the Nets, Wes Goldberg of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Butler has missed 11 of the last 12 matchups, but the fact that he'll travel with the team suggests that he's nearing a return. It's unclear whether he'll be available Monday against Brooklyn, but the Heat will be shorthanded on the wing with Jaime Jaquez (groin) sidelined.

Butler (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Charlotte, Will Manso of Local 10 Miami reports.

Butler will now have missed 11 of Miami's past 12 games, with the Heat scrapping to a 6-5 record over that span. Sunday will mark Caleb Martin's second game back from an ankle injury, so Miami's backcourt and wing rotation will be at full health with the exception of Butler.

Butler (toe) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Hornets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will likely sit out a seventh straight game, but previous reports have indicated that he could be back for Monday's contest against the Nets. Kyle Lowry (hand) is probable for Sunday, while Tyler Herro (shoulder) is questionable. It's likely that the Heat continue to rely heavily on Jaime Jaquez.

Butler (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Magic.

Butler has appeared in just one game since Dec. 18 while dealing with a right toe sprain. Updates on his status have been sparse, but he did say Tuesday that his toe is showing signs of improvement, and he's aiming to return either Sunday versus Charlotte or Monday in Brooklyn, though his official status for those games remains unclear. In the meantime, Jaime Jaquez, Duncan Robinson and Nikola Jovic should continue to see increased roles, especially given Tyler Herro (shoulder) and Kyle Lowry (hand) are also out.

Butler (toe) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Magic, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Although Butler is unlikely to suit up Friday, it's encouraging that he's listed as doubtful on Miami's initial injury report rather than being immediately ruled out. He's missed the past five games, but he said Tuesday that his toe is improving and that he expects to return soon. Jaime Jaquez, Duncan Robinson and Nikola Jovic will likely continue to see increased run Friday.

Butler (toe) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Miami continues to rule Butler out 24 hours in advance of tipoff. This will be his fifth straight game on the sidelines, but he did say Tuesday that his toe is improving and that he expects to be back soon. His next chance to play will be Friday against Orlando. In the meantime, Jaime Jaquez, Duncan Robinson and Nikola Jovic will continue to see increased run.

Butler (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Butler will miss a fourth straight game. Caleb Martin (ankle) is doubtful, so Jaime Jaquez and Nikola Jovic should draw increased rules again, though Haywood Highsmith (concussion) is cleared to return following a multi-game absence. Butler's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday versus the Thunder, but he doesn't have a return timeline yet.

Butler (foot) is out for Friday's game versus the Suns, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler's absence streak will extend to three games Friday due to right foot soreness. Jaime Jaquez will likely continue to start in his absence. Butler's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Houston.

Butler (foot) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Lakers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will miss his second straight game Wednesday after suffering a foot injury against Utah. Jamal Cain and Jaime Jaquez should continue to receive extended minutes in his absence. Butler's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Phoenix.

Butler will not play in Monday's game against the Clippers due to right foot irritation, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler suffered the foot injury during Saturday's game versus Utah and was unable to return to the game. X-rays came back negative, but he'll miss at least one game for Miami. His next chance to play will be Wednesday against the Lakers. With Kyle Lowry (head) and Josh Richardson (back) considered questionable, Tyler Herro could see a ton of usage for the Heat and Jaime Jaquez and Duncan Robinson could see increased roles.

X-rays on Butler's right foot came back negative, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler left Saturday's game versus the Jazz early with a right foot injury and wasn't able to return, and while the severity is still not known, the good news for Miami is that his foot is structurally fine. For now, Butler should be considered questionable for Monday against the Clippers.

Butler will not return to Saturday's game against the Jazz due to a right foot injury, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports. He finished with eight points, two rebounds, one assist and one block in 23 minutes.

This is a tough blow for Butler and the Heat. He had just returned from a four-game absence Saturday due to a left calf strain, and now he's dealing with a right foot issue after tweaking it on a drive to the basket. If this latest injury forces him to miss time, the Heat will need guys like Jaime Jaquez and Duncan Robinson to step up. Miami's next game is Monday against the Clippers.

Butler headed to the locker room during the second half of Saturday's game against the Jazz due to an apparent foot injury, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was making his return to the hardwood after missing four straight games with a calf problem, so this is the last thing the Heat wanted to see, especially since the game against Utah has been closer than expected. If Butler can't return, then Jaime Jaquez and Duncan Robinson will handle bigger roles on offense.

Butler (calf) will play Saturday against the Jazz, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler is ready for a return after missing the last four contests with a strained left calf. The team has yet to announce whether he'll be on a minutes restriction, but it wouldn't be a surprise to see the Heat monitor his playing time closely in an effort to prevent re-injuring his calf.

Butler (calf) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Butler has missed the past four games for Miami, though he was able to practice Wednesday which bodes well for his status for the weekend. The bad news is that Miami still has a lengthy injury report, as Kyle Lowry (soreness), Jaime Jaquez (illness) and Josh Richardson (back) are questionable, and Caleb Martin (ankle) is doubtful. There will likely be another update regarding Butler after Saturday's morning shootaround.

Butler (calf) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Golden State, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler partially participated in Wednesday's practice session and is with the Heat for their West Coast road trip, but he'll be unavailable for a fourth consecutive matchup due to his calf injury. His next opportunity to return will be Saturday against the Jazz.

Butler (calf) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Warriors, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler missed a third consecutive game Monday against the 76ers after being listed as questionable for that matchup, but he partially participated in Wednesday's practice session, which bodes well for his status Thursday. The Heat will presumably wait to see how Butler feels in the hours leading up to Thursday's tipoff, but he should at least be in the mix to return to game action against Golden State.

Butler (calf) partially participated in Wednesday's practice session, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has missed the last three games due to a calf injury, but it's encouraging that he was able to take the court for practice Wednesday, even in a limited capacity. He'll travel with the team ahead of Thursday's game against the Warriors, but his status for that matchup isn't yet clear.

Butler (calf) will not play in Monday's game against the 76ers, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Monday's matchup with the 76ers just lost a bit more shine, as the 76ers will be without Joel Embiid (ankle). In addition to Butler, the Heat will also be without Josh Richardson (back) and Haywood Highsmith (illness). Tyler Herro, Kyle Lowry and Bam Adebayo will be more involved in the offense with this news, and Jaime Jaquez will look to continue his impressive rookie season. Butler's next chance to play will be Thursday against the Warriors.

Butler (calf) is questionable for Monday's game against the 76ers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has missed back-to-back games and didn't practice Sunday. While he's trending in the wrong direction, Butler still has a chance to suit up for the Christmas Day matchup versus Joel Embiid and the Sixers. If Butler remains sidelined, Jaime Jaquez and Caleb Martin could be beneficiaries again, but Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo would presumably lead the team in usage.

Butler (calf) did not participate in Miami's practice on Sunday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Amid a two-game absence due to a left calf strain, Butler failing to practice Sunday doesn't bode well for his availability Monday against Philadelphia. An injury update will emerge Sunday afternoon, but Butler's status for Monday's Christmas showdown is murky.

Butler (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Atlanta, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will be unavailable for a second consecutive game due to a strained left calf. However, he'll have a few days to recover before Miami's Christmas Day matchup against Philadelphia on Monday. Jaime Jaquez, Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo are candidates to see an uptick in playing time Friday.

Butler (calf) will not play Wednesday against Orlando, Wes Goldberg of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Butler suffered a left calf strain during Monday's loss to Minnesota, and the injury will force him to miss Wednesday's game. Friday against Atlanta represents Butler's next opportunity to take the court as he looks to build chemistry with the recently returned Tyler Herro (ankle). Herro will the tasked with sizable offensive burden in Butler's absence.

Butler contributed 28 points (9-18 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 10-11 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two steals in 35 minutes during Saturday's 118-116 win over Chicago.

Butler drained a step-back jumper over Coby White at the buzzer to earn Miami's victory Saturday. His 28 points marked the game high in a contest where Miami led for 85.5 percent of the game, but Chicago fought back to take the lead with under a minute to go. Butler has been laser-focused at the free-throw line this season, connecting on a career-best 88.6 percent of his attempts, which accounts for 33.9 percent of his nightly points.

Butler racked up 20 points (6-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-10 FT), seven rebounds and seven assists across 36 minutes during Thursday's 124-116 loss to the Bulls.

Butler didn't shoot well from the field Thursday, but he nonetheless managed to reach the 20-point mark for the 11th time through 21 games this season. The veteran forward also dished a team-high seven assists and added seven boards to round out a solid performance. Butler's numbers are mostly down this season, but he's still been a valuable fantasy asset with 21.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.7 dimes, 0.9 triples and 1.1 steals over 34.0 minutes per contest.

Butler contributed 15 points (4-8 FG, 7-7 FT), six rebounds, 10 assists and one steal across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 115-104 win over the Hornets.

Butler led all players in Wednesday's game in assists while finishing as the lone Heat player with a double-double along with hauling in a half-dozen rebounds in a winning effort. Butler, who set a season-high assist mark, has posted a double-double in three games this season. He has tallied at least 15 points in all but three contests for Miami.

Butler amassed 23 points (7-12 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 8-9 FT), four rebounds, eight assists, one block and one steal across 36 minutes during Monday's 116-114 victory over Charlotte.

Butler was sharp at the free-throw line and efficient overall as part of a well-rounded performance. Averaging 21.9 points across 19 games this season, Butler is attempting a career-high 52.1 percent of his shots in the midrange, connecting on a league-average 40.1 percent of such attempts.

Butler provided 33 points (12-23 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 9-9 FT), five rebounds and five assists across 37 minutes during Saturday's 144-129 loss to the Pacers.

Butler suited up for a second straight contest following a two-game absence due an ankle injury. The star forward was great again despite Miami's loss, leading the team with 33 points and chipping in five boards along with five dimes. Butler has averaged 34.5 points over 37.5 minutes in the pair of games following his return from the ankle issue, so the injury doesn't seem to be lingering.

Butler (ankle) is available to play Saturday against the Pacers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

This is far from surprising, as Butler already played Thursday and posted 36 points with 10 rebounds in a win over the Pacers. The ankle issue is not severe enough to keep him on the sidelines, and the veteran forward should be ready to handle a full workload and a high usage rate, especially with Bam Adebayo (hip) out once again.

Butler (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler returned from a two-game absence Thursday against Indiana and posted 36 points, 10 rebounds and three assists in 38 minutes during the win. Although he continues to deal with the ankle issue, he'll likely be able to suit up for Saturday's rematch.

Butler produced 36 points (9-18 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 18-20 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists over 38 minutes during Thursday's 142-132 win over the Pacers.

The veteran forward tied his season high in scoring and produced his second double-double of the campaign as he carried the load for a Heat roster that's still without Tyler Herro (ankle) and which saw Bam Adebayo (hip) play only 12 minutes Thursday. Butler had missed the last two games himself due to an ankle injury, but his short-term usage figures to skyrocket if Adebayo is forced to miss additional time. In his eight games since Herro was sidelined, Butler's averaging 24.6 points, 4.6 boards, 4.4 assists, 1.3 threes and 1.0 steals.

Butler (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the Pacers.

The Heat indicated that Butler would warm up with the intent to play Thursday, and he'll officially be able to return from a two-game absence. Over his last seven appearances, he's averaged 23.0 points, 4.6 assists and 3.9 rebounds in 33.3 minutes per game.

Butler (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus Indiana, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler is in danger of missing his third straight game Thursday due to a right ankle sprain. Caleb Martin, Josh Richardson and Jaime Jaquez will likely continue to see increased minutes if Butler is ruled out.

Butler (ankle) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Bucks, Shams Charania of The Athleticreports.

This will be the second missed game in a row for Butler. He was unable to practice Monday, but because he was listed as questionable prior to this update, it's safe to assume that he will be day-to-day going forward. His next chance to play is Thursday against the Pacers. With Butler sidelined, there will be more opportunities for guys like Jaime Jaquez, Jamal Cain and Caleb Martin.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Butler sat out Saturday's loss to the Nets due to a right ankle sprain and was unable to participate in practice Monday. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Tuesday's matchup, but Caleb Martin and Jamal Cain would be candidates to see additional minutes once again if Butler remains out.

Butler (ankle) didn't practice Monday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler missed Saturday's loss to Brooklyn due to a right ankle sprain, marking his third absence of the season. His status for Tuesday's In-Season Tournament game versus Milwaukee remains to be determined, but the All-Star forward isn't trending in the right direction.

Butler (ankle) will not play in Saturday's game against the Nets.

This will be the third missed game of the season for Butler, and this one comes on the second leg of a back-to-back after he played 37 minutes Friday against the Knicks. Kyle Lowry will see increased usage Friday, and there will be more opportunities for guys like Jaime Jaquez, Caleb Martin and Josh Richardson.

Butler is questionable for Saturday's game versus the Nets due to an ankle injury, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler is in danger of missing his third game this season on the second leg of Miami's back-to-back Saturday. If Butler is ruled out, Jaime Jaquez Caleb Martin and Josh Richardson are candidates to receive increased minutes.

Butler supplied 23 points (7-14 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal over 37 minutes during Friday's 100-98 loss to New York.

Butler led all Miami players in scoring and threes made while ending perfect from the free throw line in a team-leading 37 minutes of action. Butler posted his highest point total in his last three outings, having recorded 20 or more points in seven outings this season. He also tallied his third game of the season with a perfect mark from the free throw line.

Butler racked up 25 points (8-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-7 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 33 minutes of action during Saturday's 102-97 loss to Chicago.

Butler helped spark a 22-1 run to start the game for Miami, but Chicago gradually mounted a comeback and outscored Miami by 13 points in the fourth quarter to steal the victory. Butler attempted a season-high six threes in the loss, and his shot diet is becoming slightly more perimeter oriented with unproven shooters such as Haywood Highsmith and Jaime Jaquez playing sizable roles.

Butler finished Thursday's 122-115 victory over Brooklyn with 36 points (12-19 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 10-11 FT), five rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal over 35 minutes.

Butler was dominant Thursday and delivered one of his best all-around performances of the campaign. The star forward has posted back-to-back games with at least 30 points for the first time in 2023-24 and is averaging 24.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.6 steals per game in November. The lack of consistency on a game-to-game basis has been a small issue at times, but other than that, it's been business as usual for the veteran.

Butler notched 32 points (10-14 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 11-14 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two steals across 34 minutes during Tuesday's 111-105 victory over the Hornets.

In a battle of two short-handed squads, Butler carved up the Hornets, posting his first 30-point performance of the season. Butler is returning to his trademark foul-drawing ways, compiling 23 free-throw attempts across his last two games.

Butler (personal) is officially available to play against the Spurs on Sunday.

Butler was absent from Saturday's victory over Atlanta due to personal reasons. Butler will re-join a Miami rotation lacking Tyler Herro (ankle) for the foreseeable future, as well as Cody Martin (knee).

Butler is out for Saturday's game versus the Hawks due to personal reasons, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

It doesn't appear as though Butler's knee injury is keeping him out of Saturday's contest, but rather personal reasons. Jaime Jaquez, Duncan Robinson, Jamal Cain and Josh Richardson are all candidates to receive increased minutes in his absence. Butler's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with the Spurs.

Butler (knee) is probable for Saturday's game against Atlanta.

Butler continues to deal with right knee tendinitis, but it appears likely that he'll be able to play through the issue again Saturday. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 19.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.6 steals in 33.2 minutes per game.

Butler closed Wednesday's 108-102 victory over the Grizzlies with 15 points (5-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal across 35 minutes.

Butler has converted 5-of-8 three-point attempts over Miami's last two contests despite making just two in his first five appearances of the season. Butler took a backseat to Bam Adebayo in Wednesday's win but could see an uptick in shot attempts with the Heat's leading scorer, Tyler Herro (ankle), likely headed toward a multi-week absence.

Butler (knee) will be available Wednesday against the Grizzlies, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler had been dealing with some tendinitis in his knee, but his status was never thought to be in much doubt. He'll take the floor in Memphis as the Heat begin a four-game road swing. In Monday's win over the Lakers, Butler finished with 28 points, six assists, four rebounds and two steals in 37 minutes.

Butler is probable for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies due to right knee tendinitis, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler continues to deal with tendinitis in his right knee but hasn't missed a game due to the issue, with his only absence coming during the second half of back-to-back set for rest purposes. The All-Star forward posted 28 points (9-15 FG), six assists, four rebounds and two steals in 37 minutes during Monday's one-point victory over the Lakers.

Butler recorded 28 points (9-15 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 7-7 FT), four rebounds, six assists and two steals over 37 minutes during Monday's 108-107 victory over the Lakers.

Butler led the Heat in scoring in this tight win, but he also contributed to a strong fantasy line with decent contributions in other categories. The star forward has been battling a nagging knee injury, but that hasn't stopped him from putting up at least 20 points in each of his last three outings.

Butler (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Lakers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

As expected, Butler has been upgraded from probable to available and will play in a fourth straight game despite battling knee tendinitis. Over his last three appearances, the All-Star forward has averaged 17.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.3 steals in 31.3 minutes per game.

Butler (knee) is probable for Monday's game against the Lakers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler is dealing with knee tendinitis, but he appears on track to play Monday. Butler has posted back-to-back 20-point games while logging 31 and 34 minutes in his last two contests.

Butler registered 20 points (7-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and three steals over 31 minutes during Friday's 121-114 win over Washington.

Butler took just 11 field-goal attempts over 31 minutes, but he still reached the 20-point mark thanks to an efficient shooting effort. The star forward has been battling a knee issue for most of the season but has missed just one game and has now logged consecutive 20-point performances. Butler's overall early-season numbers (17.2 points on 40.3 percent shooting from the field, 7.2 boards, 3.2 assists and 1.2 steals) are a bit down in comparison to recent campaigns, but there's no reason to panic given his career-long consistency.

Butler (knee) will play Friday against the Wizards, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

As expected, Butler has been upgraded from probable to available and will play in a third straight game despite battling a lingering knee issue. Butler hasn't been at his best yet this season, averaging just 16.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 32.8 minutes across four appearances, but he may turn things up for Miami's first game of the inaugural In-Season Tournament.

Butler (knee) is probable for Friday's game versus the Wizards, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler continues to deal with a nagging knee injury but is expected to suit up for the third straight game Friday. Butler's lingering knee injury could explain why he has gotten off to a slow start this season, as he is averaging 16.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 32.8 minutes on 35.7 percent shooting from three across his first four appearances.

Butler closed Wednesday's 109-105 loss to the Nets with 20 points (7-16 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 6-8 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one steal across 34 minutes.

Butler was upgraded from questionable ahead of Wednesday's game against Brooklyn, going on to finish second on the team in rebounds and as one of three Heat players with 20 or more points in a losing effort. Butler reached the 20-point mark for the first time this season, averaging 16.5 points, 7.3 rebounds and 3.5 assists over 32.8 minutes in four contests this year.

Butler (knee) will play Wednesday against the Nets, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler was initially listed as questionable for the contest but got upgraded to probable early Wednesday. Through three games, the All-Star forward is averaging just 15.3 points on 32.5 percent shooting, so a bounce-back performance should be on the way soon.

Butler (knee) has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's matchup in Brooklyn, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler missed the second half of Miami's first back-to-back set this year but returned to action Monday and posted 13 points (4-11) in 29 minutes during a loss to Milwaukee. Following that contest, he landed on the injury report as questionable for Wednesday's game due to right knee tendinitis. Butler has battled knee issues in the past, so his presence on the injury report sparked concern. However, it appears that the issue is minor. If Butler suits up, he'll be looking for a bounce-back performance following a slow start to the campaign. Through three appearances, he's averaging just 15.3 points on 32.5 percent shooting.

Butler is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Nets due to right knee tendinitis.

Butler is in danger of missing his second game this season, this time due to a knee injury. If the star forward is ruled out, Josh Richardson, Jaime Jaquez and Duncan Robinson are candidates to receive increased minutes.

Butler chipped in 13 points (4-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one block across 29 minutes during Monday's 122-114 loss to Milwaukee.

Butler dominated Milwaukee during the first round of the 2022-23 postseason, but he was average during the first meeting with the Bucks this season. In fact, Butler hasn't been anywhere near the player he was in the playoffs to begin the 2023-24 campaign. During Miami's run to the NBA Finals, Butler averaged 26.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.9 assists and 1.8 steals in 39.7 minutes across 22 appearances. Through four games this season, he is averaging just 15.3 points and 3.7 assists in 32.3 minutes and has already taken a game off for rest purposes. Butler will surely find his groove eventually, but he's not off to a great start.

Butler (rest) isn't on the injury report for Monday's game against the Bucks.

Butler rested during Saturday's game against the Timberwolves, but he'll be back in action Monday. Over his first two appearances of the season, he's averaged 16.5 points, 9.0 rebounds and 3.5 assists in 34.0 minutes per game.

Butler will not play in Saturday's tilt against the Timberwolves for rest purposes, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

The Heat are playing the second night of a back-to-back set, and will err on the side of caution with Butler as he ramps things up for the season. The veteran wing is averaging 16.5 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.5 steals and 0.5 blocks across 34.0 minutes in two games this year. In his absence, Tyler Herro figures to see a more predominant role on offense, while Duncan Robinson and rookie Jaime Jaquez could see bigger workloads.

Butler produced 19 points (6-18 FG, 7-9 FT), 13 rebounds, four assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 103-102 victory over the Pistons.

The veteran forward led the Heat in boards on the night in a solid all-around performance. Butler has averaged better than 20 points a night in each of the three prior seasons, and there's no reason to think his scoring will take a step back in 2023-24 given his key role and big workload for Miami.

Butler (dental procedure) practiced Monday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler did not play in the preseason, but the Heat were never concerned that he would miss Opening Night against Detroit on Wednesday. Fantasy managers can go ahead and pencil him into their lineups.

Butler (dental procedure) won't play in Friday's preseason finale against the Rockets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has been absent for a handful of preseason games due to multiple dental procedures, but there hasn't been any indication he's in danger of missing regular-season action. Miami opens the 2023-24 campaign at home against Detroit on Oct. 25.

Butler (dental procedure) didn't travel with the Heat for their road trip but could join the team later and suit up for Friday's preseason game against Houston, Wes Goldberg of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Butler missed two games earlier in the preseason due to a dental procedure, and he'll undergo another one Thursday. While he isn't yet with the team in Houston, the Heat indicated that there's still a chance he's available for Friday's preseason finale. It would be surprising to see him unavailable for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Pistons, but it's possible he faces a minutes restriction if he isn't able to ramp up during Friday's exhibition game.

Butler has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against the Nets due to conditioning issues, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler missed Miami's last two preseason games following a dental procedure, but he returned to practice Tuesday. However, he's working on his conditioning and will be held out of game action Wednesday. His final chance to suit up during the preseason will be Friday against Houston.

Butler (dental procedure) returned to practice Tuesday, Ira Winderman of the Sun-Sentinel reports.

Butler sat out Miami's previous two preseason games. The Heat will have two more exhibitions, so it's likely that Butler will make an appearance in at least one in order to knock the rust off.

Butler (dental procedure) will not play in Sunday's preseason game against Memphis.

A dental procedure will keep Butler out of a second straight game. He'll have two more opportunities to get some preseason run in prior to the Heat's regular-season opener on Oct. 25 against Detroit.

Butler has been ruled out for Friday's preseason game against the Spurs due to a dental procedure, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was inactive for Tuesday's exhibition game against Charlotte and will sit out a second consecutive matchup Friday. It's unclear whether he'll return to action Sunday against Memphis.

Butler is inactive for Tuesday's preseason contest versus Charlotte, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will sit for Miami's preseason opener, with his next opportunity to suit up coming Friday versus San Antonio. Jaime Jaquez, Nikola Jovic and Haywood Highsmith are likely candidate to fill Butler's void.

Butler racked up 21 points (5-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 9-11 FT), three rebounds, five assists and three steals over 41 minutes during Monday's 94-89 loss to the Nuggets in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.

Butler struggled mightily throughout the contest, but as usual, he picked up his aggressiveness in the fourth, scoring 13 points to keep the game competitive in the final minutes. The superstar forward wasn't as prolific during Miami's final two playoff series as he was versus Milwaukee and New York, but he always seemed to find a rhythm during crunch time and was one of the main reasons the Heat reached the Finals. Across 22 postseason games, Butler averaged 26.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.9 assists and 1.8 steals with 46/36/80 shooting splits.

Butler finished with 28 points (11-24 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), two rebounds, four assists and one block across 40 minutes during Wednesday's 109-94 loss to the Nuggets in Game 3 of the NBA Finals.

Butler has seen his scoring numbers increase with each passing game in the NBA Finals, but he's been struggling in the efficiency department -- or at least he's taken a step back compared to what he did in the previous series against the Celtics, Knicks and Bucks. Butler remains the primary offensive weapon for the Heat, however, and he should play a pivotal role in Game 4 this Sunday. He's scored at least 20 points in four of his last five playoff outings.

Butler racked up 13 points (6-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt), seven rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal in 38 minutes during Thursday's 104-93 loss to the Nuggets in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Butler filled the boxscore in the loss but was noticeably passive on the offensive end. He has been arguably the best player throughout the playoffs to this point, meaning there is likely to be some fatigue setting in. He will be doing everything he can to keep the Heat alive, starting with Game 2 in Denver on Monday.

Butler posted 28 points (12-28 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and three steals across 43 minutes during Monday's 103-84 victory over the Celtics in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler once again did it all for Miami to help lead them to the NBA Finals, posting a team-high mark in points and steals while connecting on a team-best shot total from the field. Butler has tallied at least 25 points, five rebounds and five assists in five of his last seven outings.

Butler totaled 24 points (5-21 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 12-14 FT), 11 rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 47 minutes during Saturday's 104-103 loss to Boston in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler labored offensively for much of the game, but as usual, he picked up his play in the fourth and nearly willed Miami to a Game 6 victory. The superstar forward has averaged 24.2 points, 7.7 rebounds, 6.2 assists and 2.5 steals thus far in the Eastern Conference Finals, but he may need to submit a signature, career-defining performance in Game 7 if Miami is going defeat Boston on the road.

Butler produced 14 points (5-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals across 34 minutes during Thursday's 110-97 loss to Boston in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler was unable to get his team over the line Thursday, managing just 14 points in 34 minutes. Despite having been arguably the best player throughout the playoffs, Butler was always going to hit a wall at some point. The hope for Miami fans is that this was merely a bump in the road, as opposed to what to expect moving forward. The Heat still lead the series 3-2 but the Celtics now have the momentum heading back to Miami. Expect Butler to come out all guns blazing Saturday in hopes of avoiding a Game 7.

Butler closed Tuesday's 116-99 loss to the Celtics in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals with 29 points (9-21 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 10-12 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal over 39 minutes.

Things didn't come easy for Butler in Game 4, as Boston's defense finally showed up and made the All-Star fight for every point. Butler was successful in drawing contact, which resulted in 10 points from the charity stripe. If you eliminate that total, Game 4 marked a significant scoring regression for Butler, who is Miami's top offensive engine.

Butler registered 27 points (12-25 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, six assists, two blocks and three steals across 41 minutes during Friday's 111-105 victory over Boston in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler had another impressive outing, but by now, that has become a trend in the playoffs, as he's now reached the 25-point plateau in 12 of his last 13 contests. He's been doing more than just scoring, though, and his all-around contributions have transformed the All-Star forward into one of the best players in the entire postseason. He's averaging 30.4 points, 6.3 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game across 14 outings in Miami's deep playoff run.

Butler closed Wednesday's 123-116 victory over the Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals with 35 points (12-25 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 9-10 FT), five rebounds, seven assists and six steals over 43 minutes.

Butler did it all for Miami in Wednesday's Game 1 victory on the road in Boston, leading all players in scoring while leading the team in shots made, assists, steals and minutes played. Butler, who scored 20 points in the second half alone, surpassed the 30-point mark for the first time since Game 5 of the Quarterfinal Round.

Butler finished with 24 points (7-22 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 10-11 FT), eight rebounds and four assists in 41 minutes during Friday's 96-92 win over the Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Butler did just enough in the victory, lifting the Heat into the Conference Finals. While it was certainly not his best game of the playoffs, his mere presence provided the Heat with the lift they needed down the stretch. They will now face either the Celtics or the 76ers for the opportunity to advance to the NBA Finals. The Heat will undoubtedly be the underdogs but try telling them they that don't have a shot.

Butler (ankle) is available for Friday's Game 6 versus New York, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

As expected, Butler has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up for a fourth straight contest after missing Game 2 due to a right ankle sprain. Over his past three appearances, the All-Star forward has averaged 24.7 points, 7.3 assists, 5.7 rebounds, 2.0 steals and 2.0 blocks in 40.3 minutes per game.

Butler is probable for Friday's Game 6 versus the Knicks due to a right ankle sprain.

Butler should suit up for his fourth straight game despite dealing with a nagging ankle injury. He is averaging 24.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, 6.5 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.5 blocks in 41.0 minutes across the four contests so far this series.

Butler notched 19 points (5-12 FG, 9-11 FT), seven rebounds, nine assists, two blocks and four steals across 43 minutes during Wednesday's 112-103 loss to the Knicks in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Butler once again led the way for Miami in the second-round battle against New York, leading the team in scoring, assists, blocks and steals in the Game 5 loss. Butler has tallied at least 15 points, five rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks in two straight games.

Butler (ankle) is available for Wednesday's Game 5 against the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was questionable for Wednesday's matchup, but he participated in the team's morning shootaround and was expected to play. Over his last two appearances, he's averaged 27.5 points, 6.5 assists and 5.0 rebounds in 39.0 minutes per game.

Butler (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's Game 5 versus New York, but he participated in Miami's morning shootaround and is expected to play, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

As expected, Butler will likely suit up for a third straight contest after missing Game 2 due to a sprained right ankle. The All-Star forward posted 27 points, 10 assists, six rebounds, two steals and two blocks across 42 minutes in Game 4, so it's safe to say the issue is a non-factor for Wednesday's potential series-clinching matchup, though he presumably won't be officially cleared until closer to the 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's Game 5 in New York.

Butler has appeared in back-to-back games, posting 27.5 points, 6.5 assists and 2.0 blocks in 39.0 minutes, after missing Game 2 due to a right ankle sprain, so despite the questionable designation, the All-Star forward will likely suit up again Wednesday. However, his official availability likely won't be determined until closer to the 7:30 p.m. ET tip-off.

Butler supplied 27 points (9-17 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 8-9 FT), six rebounds, 10 assists, two blocks and two steals over 42 minutes during Monday's 109-101 win over the Knicks in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Butler led Miami in scoring, assists, blocks, steals and minutes played in Monday's Game 4 victory while joining Bam Adebayo as the two Heat players to record double-double performances. Butler tallied his first double-digit assist total of the series, posting his second double-double in three games.

Butler (ankle) is listed as available for Monday's Game 4 against New York.

As expected, Butler has been upgraded from questionable to available and will suit up for a second straight contest after missing Game 2 due to a sprained right ankle. The All-Star forward posted 28 points (9-21 FG) in 36 minutes during Miami's Game 3 win and is averaging 34.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.6 steals across seven postseason appearances thus far.

Butler (ankle) is listed as questionable but expected to play in Monday's Game 4 versus New York, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

After missing Game 2 due to an ankle injury he suffered in Game 1, Butler returned to action in Game 3 and posted 28 points (9-21 FG) across 36 minutes. He'll likely suit up again Monday, but Miami will likely wait until a few hours before the 7:30 p.m. ET tip-off to officially decide the All-Star's availability.

Butler posted 28 points (9-21 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 10-11 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 36 minutes during Saturday's 105-86 victory over New York in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

There's a solid argument to say Butler has been the most dominant player in the 2022-23 NBA Playoffs, and he backed that up with another stellar display in this game, carrying the Heat to a 2-1 series lead. Excluding the Play-In Tournament, Butler has scored at least 25 points in every playoff game this season.

Butler (ankle) will play in Saturday's Game 3 against the Knicks, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.

Butler has been upgraded from questionable to available Saturday after missing Game 2 with a right ankle sprain. The star forward should replace Caleb Martin in the starting lineup. Butler is averaging 35.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.8 steals in 38.2 minutes across his six postseason appearances this season.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's Game 3 versus the Knicks.

Despite being listed as questionable, earlier reports indicate that Butler plans to play in Game 3 after missing Game 2 with a right ankle sprain. Caleb Martin (back) and Haywood Highsmith (knee) would likely receive decreased minutes if Butler suits up Saturday.

Butler (ankle) has indicated that he plans to play in Saturday's Game 3 against New York, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler missed Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals on Tuesday due to a right ankle sprain, but he did some work Friday. The Heat will likely want to see how he fares during shootaround Saturday morning, but the team seems confident that Butler will be available. The 33-year-old logged 25 points, 11 rebounds, four assists and two steals in 43 minutes during Game 1 of the series Sunday.

Butler (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Game 2 against the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has been downgraded from questionable to out Tuesday, despite reportedly wanting to play through his right ankle sprain. With Miami's next game not coming until Saturday, the star forward should have plenty of time to heal his injury for Game 3. Gabe Vincent, Kyle Lowry, Max Strus, Duncan Robinson and Caleb Martin are all candidates to receive increased roles in Butler's absence.

Butler (ankle) remains questionable for Tuesday's Game 2 at New York, but he may try to push through his sprained right ankle, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. "I'm told Jimmy Butler wants to play," Charania said Tuesday morning. "I think he's gonna try to play as today goes on. That sprain wasn't as serious as we all saw. We'll learn more in the coming hours."

Butler is one of three key injuries we're closely monitoring heading into Game 2, as both Julius Randle (ankle) and Jalen Brunson (ankle) are also considered questionable for the Knicks. Butler rolled his ankle late in Game 1, and while he remained in the game, he was clearly hampered and essentially functioned as a decoy down the stretch. A final decision likely won't be made until closer to tip-off, but if Butler is unable to go, the Heat would likely lean more heavily on Caleb Martin, Duncan Robinson and perhaps even Haywood Highsmith for minutes on the wing. Miami is, of course, also without Tyler Herro, who broke his hand during Round 1 against Milwaukee.

Butler (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's Game 2 versus New York, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler sprained his right ankle late in the fourth quarter of Game 1, but he remained in the contest as Miami pulled away in the final minutes. Head coach Erik Spoelstra said Monday that the All-Star forward has been receiving treatment around the clock, but as expected, Butler's official availability likely won't be known until a few hours ahead of Tuesday's 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff.

Butler's (ankle) status for Game 2 versus the Knicks on Tuesday remains up in the air according toBrian Lewis of the New York Post.

Coach Erik Spoelstra said Butler has been receiving treatment around the clock and that he won't have a proper update until before the game. Butler suffered the ankle injury in the fourth quarter of Game 1 on Sunday, but he finished with 25 points on 8--of-16 shooting.

Butler (ankle) had 25 points (8-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 9-11 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and two steals in 43 minutes during Sunday's 108-101 win over the Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Butler remained vigilant Sunday, leading the Heat to victory in Game 1 against the Knicks. While it was another special performance by Butler, an ankle injury suffered midway through the final quarter is sure to be making headlines ahead of Game 2. While he was able to remain in the game, he was clearly hampered by the injury. He is, of course, going to do everything possible to get out there Tuesday, although given his importance, the medical staff is certainly not going to take any risks given the 1-0 lead.

Butler had 42 points (17-33 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 5-9 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals in 46 minutes during Wednesday's 128-126 overtime victory over the Bucks in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Butler was magnificent again and delivered an impressive outing to lead Miami past Milwaukee. The star forward has now recorded back-to-back games with at least 40 points while coming up big for the Heat when the team needs him the most. In fact, Butler scored at least 30 points in four of the five games during the First Round, and he averaged a robust 37.6 points per game against the Bucks. The Heat will now take on the Knicks in the Conference Semifinals.

Butler amassed 56 points (19-28 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 15-18 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one block in 41 minutes during Monday's 119-114 win over the Bucks in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

If ever there was a narrative around a player carrying his team to victory, this was it. Butler was simply phenomenal in the win, scoring 21 of his career-high 56 points in the fourth quarter as the Heat rallied to record one of the best wins in their history. Butler's 56 points also marked a franchise playoff-high for the Heat, etching him alongside some of their greats. Now leading 3-1 in the series, the action will head to Milwaukee where the Heat will look to eliminate pre-playoff favorites.

Butler (lower body) is available for Monday's Game 4 against the Bucks, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports.

Butler was questionable for Monday's matchup after bruising his glute during Game 3 on Saturday, but he'll be able to suit up after receiving treatment in recent days. Over the first three matchups in the series, he's averaged 30.0 points, 6.0 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 2.3 steals in 33.0 minutes per game.

Butler (lower body) is questionable for Monday's Game 4 versus Milwaukee.

Butler bruised his glute during Game 3 on Saturday, but head coach Erik Spoelstra said that Butler received treatment Sunday and is expected to give it a go Monday night. The questionable tag seems like more of a formality, but we'll get official word on Butler's status closer to Monday's tip.

Head coach Erik Spoelstra said Butler (lower body) is getting treatment Sunday, but he should be good to go for Monday's Game 4 versus the Bucks, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler posted 30 points, five rebounds, four assists and two steals in 28 minutes to help Miami build a double-digit lead in Game 3. The All-Star took a pair of heavy falls in the third quarter and went to the locker room, and despite returning to the bench, he stayed on the sidelines as his teammates cruised to a 2-1 lead in the opening-round series. As expected, Butler should be fine moving forward and likely could've finished Saturday's contest if the score had been closer. Miami may still list Butler on its official injury report, which should drop sometime Sunday afternoon, but there's no been no indication that he's in any danger of missing Game 4.

Butler has been diagnosed with a bruised glute following Saturday's 121-99 win over the Bucks on Saturday. He finished the win with 30 points (12-19 FG, 4-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals across 28 minutes.

Butler suffered two heavy falls in the third quarter and went to the locker room for treatment. Even though he returned to the bench, he didn't play in the rest of the game with the Heat leading by a comfortable margin, and he was officially tagged with the injury as soon as the game ended. Given it's just a bruise and Butler returned to the bench shortly after exiting the game, he shouldn't have problems featuring in Game 4, though the next hours will be pivotal to see how he recovers.

Butler (back) will return to Saturday's game against the Bucks after exiting the contest during the third quarter, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler suffered two hard fouls in the third quarter, and while the Heat ended the third quarter leading by a double-digit margin, he will return to action. His return should provide a big boost for the Heat on both ends of the court.

Butler headed to the locker room during Game 3 against the Bucks on Saturday after suffering two hard falls in the third quarter, Will Manso of Local 10 Miami reports.

Butler suffered two hard fouls in a short span, and while he remained in the game after the first one, the second took him to the locker room while notoriously imping. Losing Butler would be huge for the Heat due to his impact on both ends of the court, and if he doesn't return, then names such as Duncan Robinson and Caleb Martin could be in line to see expanded roles.

Butler contributed 25 points (8-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-10 FT), three rebounds, three assists and two steals over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 138-122 loss to the Bucks in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Butler led the way for the Heat in the blowout loss in Game 2. After playing a massive 43 minutes in Game 1, Butler understandably saw fewer minutes as the Heat didn't have an answer for the scoring barrage that the Bucks displayed. The talented forward also saw his shot attempts decrease, as he took 27 shots in Game 1 and only 12 in Game 2. Butler and the Heat will look to put this disappointing performance behind them as the series shifts to Miami for Game 3.

Butler produced 35 points (15-27 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-8 FT), five rebounds, 11 assists and three steals in 43 minutes during Sunday's 130-117 win over Milwaukee in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Butler led all players in Sunday's game in scoring while finishing with a team-high assist total en route to a double-double performance. Butler posted at least 35 points and 10 assists once during the regular season, a 35-point and 12-assist outing against Dallas on April 1.

Butler (personal) is good to go for Friday's game versus the Bulls, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler didn't partake in Thursday's practice but was expected to claim his usual role in the Hea'ts starting five Friday. He will indeed play as the Heat look to claim the final spot in the East in a home clash with the Bulls. Butler and the Heat would take on the Bucks in the first round should they earn the win.

Butler was absent from Thursday's practice due to personal reasons but is expected to be available for Friday's Play-In Game versus the Bulls, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler played 38 minutes in Tuesda'ys Play-In game versus Atlanta after missing the Heat's final two regular season games. The star forward should be available again Friday and is averaging 24.8 points, 6.7 assists, 4.9 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 33.3 minutes across his last 10 outings.

Butler logged 21 points (6-19 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 9-11 FT), four rebounds, nine assists, one block and two steals across 38 minutes during Tuesday's 116-105 play-in game loss to the Hawks.

Butler led all players in Tuesday's game in assists while finishing as one of three Heat players with 20 or more points in the loss. Butler, who tallied 10 points in both the first and third quarters, has tallied at least 20 points and five assists in four straight games.

Butler (rest) was left off the injury report for Tuesday's Play-In game versus the Hawks.

Butler will return to the lineup after missing the Heat's regular-season finale for rest purposes. The star forward will almost certainly replace Haywood Highsmith in the starting five Tuesday. Butler is averaging 20.5 points, 10.5 rebounds, 8.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 33.5 minutes across his previous two games against Atlanta this season.

Butler (rest) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Magic.

The absence of Butler is not surprising, as the Heat have locked up a spot in the Play-In Tournament, and head coach Erik Spoelstra wants to have him 100 percent healthy for the team's biggest game of the season against the Hawks on Tuesday. Butler ends the 2022-23 campaign with averages of 22.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.8 steals per game across 64 starts.

Butler (rest) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Magic.

Although Butler missed Friday's game with a bruised right hand, he appears on the injury report for Sunday's tilt for rest purposes. Considering the Heat are locked into the seven seed and have nothing to play for, it wouldn't be surprising to see Butler take a seat for the regular-season finale.

Butler (hand) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Washington.

Butler, Bam Adebayo (quadriceps) and Kyle Lowry (knee) have all been ruled out, while Kevin Love (ribs), Tyler Herro (quadriceps) and Max Strus (finger) are all questionable, so Miami is in danger of rolling out a skeleton crew versus the Wizards. Butler's next chance to suit up will come Sunday during the Heat's regular-season finale, but if Miami is locked into the seventh seed, Butler and the rest of the regulars could be sidelined again.

Butler accumulated 27 points (9-12 FG, 9-11 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists and four steals over 35 minutes during Tuesday's 118-105 victory over the Pistons.

Butler led Miami in nearly every statistical category Tuesday, posting team-high marks in scoring, rebounds, assists, steals and shots made while finishing two boards and two dimes short of a triple-double. Butler has recorded at least 25 points, five rebounds and five assists on nine occasions this year.

Butler compiled 35 points (12-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 12 assists, three rebounds and one steal across 37 minutes in Saturday's 129-122 win over Dallas.

Butler bounced back in a major way after being limited to 12 points in his return from a one-game absence in Wednesday's loss to the Knicks. Not only did he deliver an ultra-efficient scoring performance that was just three points off a season high, but Butler also came away with his 11th double-double thanks to a new high in the assists column for the 2022-23 campaign. After the win, the Heat now sit 1.5 games behind the Nets for the sixth spot in the Eastern Conference standings, so look for Butler to play big minutes over the final four games of the regular season so long as Miami has a shot at eclipsing Brooklyn and avoiding a spot in the Play-In Tournament.

Butler closed Wednesday's 101-92 loss to the Knicks with 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and six assists in 35 minutes.

Butler wasn't particularly inefficient in his return to action; he just didn't attempt many shots and tallied his fewest free-throw attempts since Feb. 2. He had finished with 15 or more points in 22 games prior to Wednesday, averaging 24.8 points, 6.0 boards, 5.5 assists and 1.8 steals-plus-blocks over that span, so it's safe to assume Butler has some better nights ahead as the regular season winds down.

Butler (neck) is available for Wednesday's matchup against the Knicks, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

As expected, Butler will return following a one-game absence. That was his first absence since Jan. 24, and during this stretch of 26 appearances, he's averaged 24.4 points on 14.2 shots, 5.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.6 steals in 32.6 minutes.

Butler (neck) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler took a seat for the first half of Miami's back-to-back set Tuesday, but he's expected to return to action Wednesday. Before his absence, Butler had appeared in 26 straight games and averaged 24.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.6 steals in 32.6 minutes during that stretch.

Butler (neck) is out for Tuesday's game against the Raptors.

Butler has been shockingly healthy lately, appearing in 26 straight games, but that streak will end Tuesday. In his absence, more minutes should be available for Max Strus, Caleb Martin and Victor Oladipo. Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo should take on more playmaking duties.

Butler (neck) has been downgraded from probable to questionable on the injury report for Tuesday's game versus the Raptors.

Generally speaking, late downgrades in status don't typically go well, so it's quite possible Butler will sit out the contest. At the very least, he's trending in that direction at this point, though the team should confirm his status at some point ahead of the 7:30 p.m. ET opening tip. If he's unable to suit up, Max Strus seems the most likely candidate to draw into the starting five.

Butler wasn't present for Miami's morning shootaround and is considered probable for Tuesday's game against the Raptors due to neck soreness, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler wasn't listed on Miami's initial injury report, but it appears a neck issue has popped up overnight. His lack of presence at shootaround is certainly encouraging, but his probable tag suggests the issue is minor. Butler's official availability likely won't be known until closer to the 7:30 p.m. ET tipoff.

Butler contributed 35 points (11-19 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 11-14 FT), four rebounds, nine assists and four steals in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 127-120 victory over the Knicks.

Butler reached the 30-point mark for the fourth time this month but also thrived in other categories, reaching at least four steals for the 11th time this season while ending just one assist away from tying his season-high mark in that output. Butler is one of the best all-around forwards in The Association, and his numbers back that up. He's averaging 26.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.6 steals per game across 12 March appearances.

Butler provided 26 points (8-11 FG, 10-11 FT), four rebounds, 10 assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Sunday's 112-100 victory over the Pistons.

Butler led the Heat in scoring, assists, shots made and free throws made en route to a double-double performance while setting a new season-high assist mark in Sunday's victory. Butler has notched a double-double 10 times this season, doing so for the first time since March 6 against Atlanta.

Butler amassed 24 points (5-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 13-15 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, two blocks and four steals in 31 minutes during Monday's 119-115 victory over the Jazz.

The 33-year-old star led the Heat in scoring, but Miami featured a balanced attack overall as seven different players scored in double digits, including all five starters. Butler has topped 20 points in five straight games and nine of 11 since the All-Star break, averaging 26.1 points, 6.5 boards, 4.9 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.5 threes over that stretch as the Heat try to climb out of the play-in tournament and lock up a playoff spot.

Butler closed Saturday's 126-114 overtime loss to the Magic with 38 points (14-25 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 8-8 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal over 39 minutes.

Butler nailed an off-balance, contested three to force overtime, but Miami was ultimately outlasted. Butler is now averaging 31.3 points per game over his last four contests. Shareholders will get peak Butler down the stretch, as the 33-year-old is locked in with the Heat currently sitting as the Eastern Conference's No.7 seed.

Butler ended with 33 points (12-16 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 8-9 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one block over 35 minutes during Friday's 119-115 win over the Cavaliers.

Butler was efficient from the field and active on both ends of the court en route to posting another full stat line, but that's something fantasy managers regularly expect from the star forward. Butler has surpassed the 25-point mark in four of his last five appearances and is averaging a robust 25.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.2 steals per game while shooting an excellent -- and probably unsustainable -- 61.3 percent from the field and 60 percent from deep in six March contests.

Butler closed Wednesday's 104-100 loss to Cleveland with 28 points (8-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 12-15 FT), five rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals over 35 minutes.

Butler was excellent for the Heat despite the loss, though by now, fantasy managers should be used to seeing the forward fill up the stat sheet on a regular basis. He's scored at least 15 points in eight games in a row while averaging 24.0 points, 6.6 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.5 steals per contest in that span.

Butler played 33 minutes and supplied 26 points (8-14 FG, 10-12 FT), nine rebounds and nine assists in Monday's 130-128 win over the Hawks.

Though his stat line was lacking in its usual production in the steals category, Butler once again came through with excellent numbers in the three major fantasy categories and recorded his points on his usual efficient shooting from the field and free-throw line. Thanks largely to eschewing three-point shots -- his 1.6 attempts per game are his fewest since 2012-23 -- Butler has been able to bring his true shooting percentage up to a career-best 63 percent mark this season.

Butler (knee) has been cleared to play Saturday against the Hawks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will play through some right knee soreness, making it 16 straight appearances for the veteran. During this stretch, he's averaged 23.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 1.7 steals in 31.6 minutes.

Butler is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against Atlanta with right knee soreness, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler is at risk of sitting out Saturday's closing end of a back-to-back set after having not missed a game since Jan. 24. He has appeared in both legs of four of the Heat's nine back-to-back sets so far this season. If he were to miss, Caleb Martin and Max Strus would be in line for larger workloads.

Butler amassed 33 points (7-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 18-20 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and two steals over 33 minutes during Friday's 122-120 loss to the Knicks.

Butler came into Friday with a questionable tag due to right knee soreness, so that is something to monitor with the Heat playing again Saturday against the Hawks. Butler hasn't missed any action since Jan. 24 and could potentially be due for a maintenance day in the near future.

Butler (knee) is available for Friday's game versus the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday with right knee soreness. The star forward is averaging 20.6 points, 5.0 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 29.0 minutes across his last five appearances. Butler is a must-start in all fantasy formats as the Heat's top offensive weapon.

Butler is questionable for Friday's game versus the Knicks due to right knee soreness.

Butler continues to deal with a nagging knee injury, and it wouldn't be surprising for Miami to hold their star forward out of either leg of the team's back-to-back against the Knicks and Atlanta. If he doesn't suit up Friday, Caleb Martin, Duncan Robinson and Max Strus are candidates to see extended minutes.

Butler finished with 16 points (6-8 FG, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Wednesday's 119-96 loss to the 76ers.

Butler only missed two shots from the field and delivered a decent stat line in a game where the Heat lost by 23 points. This was a down game for Butler, especially when considering his recent performances, but the way the game developed might have played a role in his limited minutes as well -- this was his second-lowest minute tally since the start of February, a span in which he's averaging a solid stat line of 21.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.4 steals pr game while shooting 51.7 percent from the field and 50 percent from three-point range.

Butler racked up 23 points (9-14 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 11 rebounds, nine assists and four steals in 32 minutes during Monday's 101-99 victory over the 76ers.

It was a huge performance for the 33-year-old, and for the second time in the last five games he came within one assist of a triple-double. Butler wrapped up a solid February having averaged 21.6 points, 5.7 boards, 5.6 assists and 1.4 steals over 10 games, and his efforts have helped keep the Heat in contention for a playoff spot as they sit two games behind the Nets in the battle for sixth place in the Eastern Conference.

Butler ended with 28 points (6-8 FG, 16-20 FT), three rebounds, six assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Saturday's 108-103 loss to the Hornets.

Butler is one of the best players in the league when it comes to drawing fouls and finding a way to get to the free throw line, and he showed that again here with 20 trips to the charity stripe. He was efficient from the field and posted a solid all-around line as well, and he has shown the ability to post strong fantasy lines even in games when he's not the go-to player on offense. He's averaging 21.4 points, 5.2 assists, 5.1 rebounds and 1.1 steals per game in February.

Butler totaled 13 points (4-11 FG, 5-5 FT), three rebounds and six assists over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 116-105 loss to the Nets.

Butler tied for the team lead with six rebounds during Wednesday's defeat, but his overall results were slightly down from what he's used to, especially after he came within one assist of a triple-double Monday against the Nuggets. Over his 10 appearances heading into the All-Star break, he's averaged 22.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.7 steals in 32.8 minutes per game. The 33-year-old's performance against the Nets was likely just an off night, and he'll have over a week to rest before the Heat return to action against the Bucks on Feb. 24.

Butler recorded 24 points (8-18 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 10 rebounds, nine assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Monday's 112-108 loss to the Nuggets.

The star forward ended just one assist away from recording a triple-double, and he has also scored at least 20 points in four of his last five outings. Scoring numbers aside, Butler has been very good when it comes to contributing in other categories such as passing, rebounding and defensive numbers, making him one of the most complete players in the league and an absolute asset in fantasy.

Butler finished with 22 points (7-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-8 FT), seven rebounds, six assists, two steals and two blocks across 34 minutes in Saturday's 107-103 overtime win over the Magic.

As per usual, Butler provided little or no production in terms of three-pointers, but his exceptional showing from the line to go along with contributions in just about every category enabled him to finish with another strong fantasy line. Perhaps most noteworthy was the fact that Butler played on both ends of the Friday and Saturday back-to-back set, marking the eighth consecutive game in which the oft-fragile forward has played. He's averaging 23.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 2.0 steals and 0.5 blocks over that eight-game stretch while shooting 49.6 percent from the field and 82.6 percent from the charity stripe.

Butler accumulated 16 points (4-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-8 FT), four rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 28 minutes during Friday's 97-95 win over the Rockets.

Butler had a rough night from the field, but he still salvaged his fantasy outing -- at least a bit -- thanks to his contributions in other categories. This was nothing more than an off night for Butler, however, as he has scored at least 23 points in five of his last seven outings while averaging 23.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 2.0 steals per game during that stretch.

Butler posted 25 points (9-18 FG, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 116-111 victory over the Pacers.

The veteran forward can't seem to sustain any real momentum this season -- he scored just 10 points last Thursday against the Knicks -- but that's been Butler's only stumble lately. He's scored more than 20 points in five of the last six games, averaging 24.5 points, 5.2 boards, 4.7 assists and 2.0 steals over that stretch while shooting 52.5 percent from the floor.

Butler produced 32 points (11-21 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 9-10 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Saturday's 123-115 loss to Milwaukee.

Butler scored 17 of his team-high 32 points in the third quarter on 6-of-7 shooting from the field while also knocking down four of five free-throw attempts. He was held scoreless in the final period, however, as Miami fell to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks on the road. Butler is shooting a healthy 54.5 percent from the field over his last six contests while his eight rebounds Saturday were the most he's recorded in a game since Jan. 12.

Butler closed with 23 points (6-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 10-15 FT), one rebound, five assists, one block and three steals over 34 minutes during Tuesday's 100-97 victory over the Cavaliers.

Butler led all players in Tuesday's game in scoring and free throws made, also leading all starters in assists in a winning effort. Butler has tallied at least 20 points and five assists in 12 games this season.

Butler (quadriceps) is available for Tuesday's matchup against the Cavaliers.

As expected, Butler, who was initially listed as questionable with a right quadriceps contusion, will be available for a third consecutive contest following a late scratch due to a lower back injury. The veteran forward is coming off back-to-back 28-plus-point performances and should garner his usual role against Cleveland.

Butler (quad) is expected to take the floor Tuesday against the Cavaliers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

While he's officially listed as questionable, Butler appears to be on track to take his usual spot in the lineup, coming off of back-to-back 28-plus-point performances in his last two tilts. Next on the schedule is a Cavaliers team sporting the best defensive rating in the league, so it may be a bit more of a challenge Tuesday.

Butler is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Cavaliers due to a quad contusion, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

After playing 33 minutes in each of Miami's past two contests, Butler is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against Cleveland. If the star forward is unable to suit up Tuesday, Butler's next chance to take the floor comes Thursday against the Knicks.

Butler supplied 28 points (11-14 FG, 6-7 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and three steals over 33 minutes during Sunday's 122-117 loss to the Hornets.

Butler let the team in scoring and rebounds while securing a team-high-tying steals mark in Sunday's loss. Butler has scored at least 25 points along with five or more rebounds on nine occasions this season, including in two straight outings.

Butler accumulated 29 points (10-17 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 9-12 FT), six rebounds, six assists and two steals across 33 minutes during Friday's 110-105 victory over the Magic.

Butler returned to action Friday, coming up big down the stretch, leading the Heat to a hard-fought victory. Missed games continue to be a thorn in the side of managers, something that is likely to stick around for the remainder of the season. His per-game value is right where it needs to be, providing at least some comfort to managers. There is basically no way anyone will bite on a trade request, meaning those rostering Butler will simply have to keep their fingers crossed when it comes to missed games.

Butler (back) said he'll play during Friday's matchup against the Magic, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was a late scratch for Tuesday's three-point win over the Celtics due to back soreness he experienced in warmups. The issue is minor, so he'll be back in the fold Friday. This month, the veteran is averaging 21.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.0 steals in 32.0 minutes.

Butler suffered a lower back injury during pregame warmups and is out for Tuesday's game against the Celtics, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler's streak of 11 straight appearances -- his longest of the season -- will end Tuesday. Without Butler, the Heat will likely hand more minutes to Haywood Highsmith, Caleb Martin and Max Strus. Butler's next chance to play arrives Friday against the Magic.

Butler ended with 18 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-10 FT), four rebounds, two assists and five steals over 34 minutes during Sunday's 100-96 victory over the Pelicans.

Butler was nearly perfect from the free throw line while leading all players in Sunday's game in free throws made en route to a near 20-point performance. Butler has scored at least 15 points in 30 games this season, including in nine of his last 10 contests.

Butler ended Friday's 115-90 loss to Dallas with 12 points (3-7 FG, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, one assist and two steals over 26 minutes.

This 12-point output was Butler's lowest-scoring tally since he posted a nine-point effort against the Clippers on Jan. 2. Still, at the very least, Butler has managed to feature in 10 games in a row, which is a positive sign for fantasy managers who had to deal with his constant absences in both November and December. The veteran forward is averaging 21.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.7 steals and 0.4 blocks per game in January.

Butler supplied 34 points (11-16 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 11-11 FT), three rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals over 34 minutes during Monday's 121-113 loss to Atlanta.

It's the second time in the last four games Butler has scored 30 or more points, something the 33-year-old hadn't done for a month prior to his Jan. 10 outburst against the Thunder. He's playing at a high level right now, averaging 25.0 points, 6.0 boards, 3.0 assists and 1.9 steals over the last seven games while trying to keep an injury-riddled Heat roster afloat.

Butler provided 17 points (5-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 11 rebounds and two assists in 33 minutes during Thursday's 108-102 win over the Bucks.

Butler fell just short of scoring 20-plus points for a fifth consecutive game Thursday, but he managed to record his first double-double since Dec. 15 during the win over Milwaukee. However, the 33-year-old had recorded at least two steals in 11 consecutive appearances prior to Thursday's matchup, but he was unable to log any takeaways against the Bucks. Butler has played at least 32 minutes in each of his six appearances in January, and he's averaged 22.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.2 steals in 34.0 minutes per game during that time.

Butler posted 35 points (6-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 23-23 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, three blocks and four steals in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 112-111 win over the Thunder.

Butler led all Miami players in scoring while posting a perfect mark from the free throw line including the game-winner to secure the victory. Butler, who also led the team in steals and blocks Tuesday, tied a season-high scoring mark while scoring 30 or more points three times this season.

Butler accumulated 26 points (9-21 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 7-9 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and two steals over 34 minutes during Sunday's 102-101 loss to the Nets.

Butler poured in a team-high 26 points by shooting 42.9 percent from the field, and he also tacked on seven points at the charity stripe. The veteran also secured eight boards, which marks his best rebounding night since Dec. 15 against Houston. Butler has reached the 20-point threshold in three straight contests and is averaging 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 2.3 steals over this stretch.

Butler finished Friday's 104-96 victory over the Suns with 20 points (5-9 FG, 10-10 FT), five rebounds, six assists and two steals in 33 minutes.

Victor Oladipo led the team in scoring during Friday's win, but Butler still turned in a solid performance. Contrary to popular belief, there's no ill will between Butler and Oladipo and it would definitely boost the Heat's playoff fortunes if the duo could spend more time together on the court. While Tyler Herro (back) and Max Strus have been solid scoring options, an All-Star tandem of Butler and Oladipo could be the way for Miami to climb up the standings in the East.

Butler finished with 27 points (11-22 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and three steals over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 112-109 loss to the Lakers.

Butler missed a tough potential game-tying three-pointer as time expired, but the loss to the shorthanded Lakers could hardly be put on his shoulders. The star forward finished second on Miami in scoring in the contest and made half of his field-goal attempts, going 2-for-5 from three-point range. Butler also had another big game defensively with three steals. He's been very productive in that category of late, averaging 2.9 thefts across his past 10 contests.

Butler totaled nine points (2-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-8 FT), two rebounds, six assists and two steals across 32 minutes during Monday's 110-100 win over the Clippers.

Butler missed Miami's previous contest due to knee injury management, but the day off didn't seem to do any favors to his shooting stroke. The star forward finished just 2-for-8 against the Clippers, resulting in his lowest scoring total of the campaign. Butler did salvage his stat line somewhat with six assists and a pair of steals, and he has been very good in the latter category when he's been able to play, notching multiple thefts in each of his past seven contests.

Butler (knee) will play Monday night against the Clippers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

As expected, Butler has been given the green light after being added to the injury report as probable ahead of Monday's matchup. He's averaging 22.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 3.6 steals per game over his last five appearances.

Butler (knee) is listed probable for Monday's game against the Clippers.

Butler has become one of the most frustrating players in the league for fantasy managers, as he's a virtual lock to miss at least one game per week. The veteran did not play Saturday against Utah but should be back in the lineup as Miami begins a four-game week. Butler has not played in more than three consecutive games since mid-November, and he's missed 12 of the Heat's last 22 games.

Butler has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Jazz due to knee injury management, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler appeared in the last two matchups and averaged 22.0 points, 6.0 assists, 5.5 rebounds and 5.0 steals in 36.5 minutes per game. He's slated to travel to Los Angeles prior to Miami's matchups against the Clippers and Lakers next week, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him return to action soon.

Butler amassed 17 points (5-13 FG, 7-8 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and four steals in 38 minutes during Friday's 124-119 loss to Denver.

Butler failed to make a field goal on four attempts in the first quarter before entering the break with eight points on 2-of-6 shooting. He added nine points on 3-of-7 shooting from the field over the final two quarters while also posting three rebounds, three assists and three steals as Miami fell to the Nuggets on the road. Butler had scored at least 20 points in seven straight games coming in, though the eight assists were the most he's recorded in a game since Dec. 8 against the Clippers. It was also his sixth game this season with at least four steals.

Butler (ankle) will suit up for Friday's game against Denver, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was tabbed as probable before being ruled in, so his availability was to be expected. With Victor Oladipo (rest) and Caleb Martin (ankle) absent Butler could be tasked with a larger workload Friday

Butler (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against the Nuggets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler returned from a one-game absence Wednesday against the Lakers and tallied 27 points, six steals, five rebounds and four assists in 35 minutes. He'll likely be able to suit up once again Friday and will likely be able to handle a significant workload following Wednesday's impressive performance.

Butler registered 27 points (11-18 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, four assists and six steals in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 112-98 victory over the Lakers.

Butler returned to action following a one-game absence, and as has been the case every time he's on the floor, he caused a huge impact on both ends of the court while carrying the Heat to victory over LeBron James and the Lakers. Butler has now scored at least 20 points in seven games in a row, and the main issue with him is that he's been missing quite a few games of late, playing in just nine of the Heat's 13 contests in December. When healthy, though, he's one of the most versatile forwards in the league and brings value in several categories. He's averaging 23.6 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 2.4 steals per game in December.

Butler (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Lakers, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Butler was initially listed as questionable after missing Monday's win over the Wolves. He's been struggling to stay healthy, appearing in only 21 games this season, and the veteran hasn't played four consecutive games since mid-November. Still, he's producing well lately. This month, he's averaging 23.1 points on 60.0 percent shooting, 7.0 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 2.0 steals in 33.3 minutes.

Butler (ankle) is considered questionable for Wednesday's contest versus the Lakers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was unable to take the court Monday against the Timberwolves due to a lingering ankle issue that has resulted in him missing two of the last three. His status is likely up in the air and may not be decided until game day.

Butler (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against Minnesota, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was initially listed as questionable after spraining his ankle during Friday's loss to Indiana, but the superstar forward has since been downgraded to out. Bam Adebayo (illness) and Dewayne Dedmon (foot) are also out, so Miami's frontcourt depth will be tested against Rudy Gobert and the Timberwolves.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Timberwolves.

Butler suffered a sprained ankle during Friday's game against the Pacers, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to play through the issue against Minnesota. If he's unavailable, Victor Oladipo, Haywood Highsmith and Duncan Robinson will likely see increased playing time.

Butler left Friday's game early due to a sprained ankle, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler suffered the injury in the first quarter and tried playing through it, but he ultimately ended up exiting by the fourth quarter. The severity of the issue is unknown at this time, but Monday's tilt against the Timberwolves is certainly in question. If he does have to miss any time, some combination of Duncan Robinson, Haywood Highsmith, Max Strus and Caleb Martin would presumably take on his minutes.

Butler (illness) will play Friday against the Pacers, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

As expected, Butler will return to action Friday following a one-game absence due to an illness. Over his past seven appearances, the All-Star forward has averaged 23.6 points, 7.1 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 2.0 steals in 34.0 minutes.

Butler (illness) will warm up with the intention of playing in Friday's matchup with the Pacers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Barring any setbacks, Butler should be expected to take the floor after missing the Heat's last game. With Miami expected to be fully healthy, Butler should return to his regular workload in which he has averaged 21.9 points, 6.8 rebounds and 5.9 assists in 35.2 minutes per game this season.

Butler (knee/illness) is probable for Friday's game against the Pacers.

Butler was unavailable Tuesday against Chicago due to a knee injury and illness, but he returned to practice Thursday and will likely be able to suit up a day later. If Butler is available, Victor Oladipo will likely reclaim a bench role.

Butler (knee/illness) participated in Thursday's practice, David Wilson of the Miami Herald Sports reports.

Butler missed Tuesday's game against the Bulls with an illness and a right knee injury. While he has no official designation yet for Friday's matchup with the Pacers, his return to practice is a good sign of his availability. Victor Oladipo started in Butler's place versus Chicago.

Butler (knee/illness) is officially unavailable for Tuesday's game with the Bulls, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was clearly trending in this direction throughout the day after coming down with an illness on top of his knee issue, and he now can be held out of lineups with confidence. He joins Kyle Lowry (knee), Gabe Vincent (knee) and Caleb Martin (ankle) out of commission, likely meaning a large chunk of minutes will be available for Victor Oladipo, Max Strus, Duncan Robinson and Haywood Highsmith to cover. Butler's next opportunity to suit up arrives Tuesday versus the Bulls.

Butler (knee/illness) is now considered doubtful to suit up Tuesday versus the Bulls.

Butler has gone from probable to questionable and now to doubtful leading up to the opening tip, so it seems fairly safe to assume the Heat will be without the star forward Tuesday. Assuming he sits, Butler will join Kyle Lowry (knee), Gabe Vincent (knee) and Caleb Martin (ankle) on the sidelines, leaving plenty of minutes for the likes of Victor Oladipo, Max Strus, Duncan Robinson and Haywood Highsmith.

Butler (knee) has been downgraded to questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bulls due to a gastrointestinal illness, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was previously probable due to knee soreness, but now the stomach issue is more pressing. If he sits out, he'll join other notable absentees in Kyle Lowry (knee), Gabe Vincent (knee) and Caleb Martin (ankle). More minutes could be in store for Victor Oladipo, Max Strus, Duncan Robinson and Haywood Highsmith.

Butler is probable for Tuesday's contest against the Bulls with right knee injury management.

While Butler is listed on the injury report, it is unlikely that he will miss Tuesday's contest against the team that drafted him. Across his first 20 appearances this season, Butler is averaging 21.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.9 assists and 1.9 steals over 35.2 minutes per game.

Butler amassed 26 points (9-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-10 FT), five rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 34 minutes during Saturday's 111-101 win over San Antonio.

Butler delivered a strong game despite being listed in the injury report for the second game in a row, and he carried the Heat offensively in this comeback win. The veteran forward has missed quite a few games this season and has featured in just 13 of Miami's 24 contests since the start of November, but he's been very productive when available. He's averaging 21.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, 6.5 assists and 1.9 steals per game in that 13-game span and has also reached the 20-point mark in each of his last five outings.

Butler (knee) will play in Saturday's game versus the Spurs.

Butler was already deemed probable for the contest, so all signs pointed to him taking the floor. He can now be inserted into fantasy lineups with confidence as he looks to build off an impressive all-around effort versus the Rockets.

Butler is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Spurs due to injury management.

Butler's knee injury has continued to be monitored but has only been rested in back-to-back sets. Considering Saturday's contest is not a back-to-back it should be safe to assume Butler will play and handle his typical workload. Butler has averaged 23.2 points, 7.5 rebounds and 5.8 assists across six games since coming back from injury

Butler closed Thursday's 111-108 win over Houston with 20 points (7-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-10 FT), 10 rebounds, seven assists, three blocks and four steals over 36 minutes.

Butler looked sharp on offense and active both as a rebounder and playmaker, so it wasn't surprising to see him ending close to posting a triple-double. The veteran forward didn't play in the first half of the back-to-back set against the Thunder, and getting some extra rest from time to time has helped him. The numbers back that up, as Butler has scored at least 20 points in four games in a row and five of his last six.

Butler (knee) will play in Thursday's matchup against the Rockets.

Butler sat out the Heat's first leg of a back-to-back set Wednesday due to injury management but will return to the hardwood for Thursday's contest. With Kyle Lowry resting and Bam Adebayo (ankle) sitting, Butler and Tyler Herro should assume the majority of the offensive load.

Butler (knee) is probable for Thursday's game against the Rockets.

Butler sat out Wednesday against the Thunder due to right knee injury management, but he'll likely be back in action for the second half of the back-to-back set. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 23.8 points, 7.0 rebounds and 5.6 assists in 33.6 minutes per game.

Butler will miss Wednesday's game against the Thunder due to right knee injury management.

Butler will miss the first game of a back-to-back set Wednesday to rest, likely prepping him to rejoin the action Thursday in Houston. Butler has performed well over the last three contests, averaging 25.3 points, 5.7 assists, 4.7 rebounds and two steals.

Butler provided 20 points (8-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-7 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Monday's 87-82 victory over the Pacers.

Butler posted the second-highest point total in Monday's victory, finishing three rebounds shy of a double-double. Butler has surpassed the 20-point mark in three straight games, having done so 11 times this year.

Butler (knee) is available for Monday's game against Indiana.

Butler was considered probable for Monday's game due to right knee injury management, and he'll unsurprisingly be able to suit up for a third consecutive game. Over his last four appearances, he's averaged 24.8 points, 7.0 rebounds and 5.8 assists in 33.5 minutes per game.

Butler (knee) is probable for Monday's matchup against the Pacers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler continues to manage a knee injury, but he'll likely suit up for a third straight game. Over his previous two appearances, the star forward has averaged 28.0 points, 6.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 3.5 rebounds in 33.0 minutes.

Butler accumulated 30 points (11-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-10 FT), two rebounds and four assists across 32 minutes during Saturday's 115-111 loss to the Spurs.

Butler's 30 points led the team in Saturday's loss. It was an efficient effort, as he only took 16 shots and went 8-for-10 from the line. Other than that, he didn't contribute much else, including no defensive stats. Still, the six-time All-Star is averaging 6.7 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.7 steals to go along with 21.8 points in 17 games this season.

Butler (knee) intends to play in Saturday's game against the Spurs, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was listed as probable due to a right knee injury but is expected to play unless he encounters a setback prior to tipoff. His availability confirms that the Heat will be at full health for Saturday's tilt. Butler has averaged 21.3 points, 7.0 rebounds and 6.1 assists in 35.4 minutes per game this season.

Butler is probable to play in Saturday's game versus the Spurs due to right knee injury management.

The Heat are being cautious with Butler's knee injury, but he is still expected to play Saturday. The star forward has averaged 34 minutes played over his last three games, so fantasy managers shouldn't be worried about his workload against the Spurs.

Butler accumulated 26 points (10-12 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and four steals across 34 minutes during Thursday's 115-110 victory over the Clippers.

Butler was locked in from the field in this one and recorded eight assists for the second straight game. He's also finished with 20-plus points in back-to-back matchups despite missing Tuesday's clash due to conditioning purposes. Butler is averaging 21.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 1.8 steals through 16 contests this year.

Butler (rest) is in line to suit up for Thursday's game versus the Clippers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler received a rest day in the second game of a back-to-back set Tuesday but is set to rejoin the action Thursday. Butler's season thus far has been right on par with previous campaigns, so he should be in fantasy lineups when he's available.

Butler is questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Clippers due to conditioning purposes, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler returned from a seven-game absence due to a knee injury at the beginning of December and played in back-to-back contests before resting the second half of a back-to-back Tuesday. The star forward is now in jeopardy of missing a second straight game for injury maintenance, but he's just one of eight Heat players who are expected to be game-time decisions for Thursday's matchup.

Butler will not play Tuesday versus due to return to competition conditioning.

Butler doesn't appear ready for a back-to-back set yet after missing seven straight games in mid-to-late November due to a knee injury. He has played 30-plus minutes in the two games since returning from the injury and should do so again Thursday versus the Clippers.

Butler finished with 18 points (6-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-8 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and one steal across 33 minutes during Monday's 101-93 loss to Memphis.

Butler was cleared to play Monday, ending with a decent fantasy line in his 33 minutes on the floor. While it wasn't his best performance by any means, the fact he logged significant minutes is a positive. Ongoing knee issues appear as though they are going to linger, putting a cap on his overall upside. Recent history is going to mean his trade value is not reflective of his per-game production, meaning managers will simply need to ride things out moving forward.

Butler (knee) is available and starting Monday against the Grizzlies.

Butler was deemed questionable ahead of Monday's clash due to knee soreness, but the medical staff has given him the green light. It wouldn't be a surprise to see the team monitor his minutes closely after playing in only one of his team's last eight contests due to a knee issue.

The Heat list Butler as questionable for Monday's game against the Grizzlies with right knee soreness.

Monday marks the front end of a back-to-back set for the Heat, who could be deciding between holding Butler out in Memphis or in Tuesday's home game against the Pistons. Even if Butler plays Monday, he'll be a strong candidate to rest Tuesday after he recently made his return to the lineup from a seven-game absence due to the right knee injury.

Butler closed Friday's 120-116 overtime victory over Boston with 25 points (12-21 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 15 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 35 minutes.

Butler returned to the floor Friday after a seven-game hiatus due to a knee injury. He came out strong in the first half, scoring 15 points and making seven of his 10 shot attempts. He was less efficient as a scorer in the second half but made both his shots in overtime as Miami pulled out the victory. The 15 rebounds were his most in a game since the 2019-20 season.

Butler will start in Friday's matchup against the Celtics.

Butler is making his return from a seven-game absence due to right knee soreness and will knock Max Strus back to the bench. Butler will likely handle his typical workload.

Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said Butler (knee) will "warm up with the intention to play", and will be without a minutes restriction, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

Butler is set to rejoin the Heat's lineup after a seven-game absence due to right knee soreness. Butler's return likely means that Max Strus will move back to the bench Friday. While the star forward isn't on a minutes restriction, fantasy managers shouldn't expect Butler to play extended minutes in his first game back.

Butler (knee) is expected to play Friday against the Celtics, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler is officially questionable for Friday's matchup, but he went through the team's morning shootaround and will likely be able to return from a seven-game absence against Boston. Assuming he's given the green light, it's possible he faces a minutes restriction during his first game back in action.

Butler (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Celtics.

Butler initially targeted a return Wednesday but shifted that target date back to Friday ahead of the game. His return is one of the biggest the Heat are still awaiting from a group that has been extremely banged up over the past few weeks. An update on his status should surface on game day, and Butler could face a slight minutes limit given his multi-week absence.

Butler (knee) appears likely to miss the first of two contests in Boston this week, but he remains hopeful to return to the lineup for the Heat's second game against the Celtics on Friday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

As of Tuesday, Butler hasn't yet joined the team in Boston, so the Heat are seemingly preparing for his ongoing absence to reach seven games Wednesday. The Heat will likely hold a practice or abbreviated workout Thursday, at which point the team should have a better idea regarding whether Butler will be able to play Friday. Butler's expected absence Wednesday should open up more minutes at forward for Haywood Highsmith (ankle) and Duncan Robinson (ankle) -- if either is available -- behind projected starters Caleb Martin and Max Strus.

Butler (knee) will likely remain out until Wednesday's game against the Celtics, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has missed four straight contests due to the knee injury and has already been ruled out for Friday's matchup with the Wizards. A return Wednesday would result in Butler sitting out Sunday's game in Atlanta as well, meaning Max Strus (shoulder) should remain in the starting lineup for a couple more games.

Butler (knee) remains sidelined for Friday's game versus the Wizards, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler continues to work his way back from a knee issue with no clear target date set for his return to the floor. Butler's next chance to dress arrives Sunday in Atlanta.

Butler (knee) remains out Wednesday against the Wizards.

Butler missed the final three games of Miami's three-game road trip, but he'll still remain shelved as the team returns home Wednesday. On a positive note, Tyler Herro (ankle) is questionable to make his return, which would provide an offensive spark to the shorthanded Heat.

Butler (knee) will sit out the rest of the Heat's road trip, which includes Friday's game against the Wizards and the following two contests, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler's absence means that Miami will be left quite shorthanded on the wing, as Tyler Herro (ankle) and Duncan Robinson (hand) were also ruled out Friday. For as long as Butler is out, we can expect Max Strus and Nikola Jovic to take on expanded roles. The Heat return to Miami on Wednesday for a matchup with the Wizards.

Butler has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Wizards due to knee soreness, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler missed two games in early November due to a hip issue, but he was back in action over the last five matchups and averaged 20.0 points, 7.0 rebounds and 7.0 assists in 35.8 minutes per game during that time. It's not yet clear whether the 33-year-old will be able to return Sunday against Cleveland, but Max Strus and Nikola Jovic are candidates to see increased playing time Friday.

Butler contributed 20 points (6-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT), seven rebounds, eight assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Saturday's 132-115 win over Charlotte.

Butler left most of the offense to his teammates, as he hoisted a season-low eight shot attempts in the win. He was still able to get up to 20 points, however, thanks to an efficient mark from the field and a perfect 7-for-7 performance from the charity stripe. Butler also tied for the team lead with eight assists and grabbed seven boards to round out a fantasy-friendly line. He's really picked up his work as a distributor of late, dishing between six and eight dimes in each of his past six contests.

Butler finished Thursday's 117-112 overtime victory over Charlotte with 35 points (11-19 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 13-15 FT), 10 rebounds, eight assists and two steals across 42 minutes.

Butler enjoyed his best scoring and rebounding performance of the 2022-23 campaign in a tightly contested contest. He also tied his best assist total of the young season with eight, a number he's reached three times through 10 contests. Butler continues to produce at a high level across multiple key categories for fantasy managers.

Butler closed Monday's 110-107 loss to the Trail Blazers with 16 points (5-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and six steals in 33 minutes.

Butler missed his team's last two games due to left hip tightness, and he looked a little rusty from the field in his first game back from the injury. However, he turned in a massive night on the defensive end by racking up six steals, the second time he's reached that mark in only nine games this season. Butler also continues to make an impact by finding his teammates for buckets and is now averaging 6.8 assists over his last five contests.

Butler (hip) was removed from the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.

After missing consecutive games due to left hip tightness, Butler was back at practice Sunday as a full participant and looks ready to go as the Heat kick off a three-game week with a home date against Portland. Given the brevity of his absence, Butler isn't expected to face any major restrictions in his return. Max Strus will presumably head to the bench to clear room in the starting five for Butler.

Butler (hip) returned to practice Sunday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

After missing the last two games due to left hip tightness, Butler looks on track to return for Miami's Monday night matchup against the Trailblazers. Once again, the 33-year-old is having a strong start to the year, averaging 21.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.5 steals over 35.5 minutes per night. If he's back in the lineup, expect him to make a difference on both ends of the floor as Miami's number-one source of offense.

Butler (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pacers.

Butler was a late scratch for Wednesday's matchup against Sacramento due to left hip tightness, and he'll be unavailable for a second consecutive game Friday. Max Strus drew the start in Butler's absence Wednesday, and it seems likely that'll be the case once again Friday.

Butler is a late scratch for Wednesday's game against the Kings due to left hip tightness.

Butler presumably suffered the injury Tuesday against the Warriors, and he'll sit out the second game of the back-to-back set. Wednesday marks his first absence of the season. In his place, more minutes could be in store for Caleb Martin, Duncan Robinson, Nikola Jovic and others.

Butler posted 23 points (6-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 9-9 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and one block over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 116-109 win over Golden State.

Butler shot just 35.3 percent from the floor during Tuesday's victory, but he had plenty of shot volume and topped 20 points for the fifth time over the first eight games of the season. He was also productive as a distributor, matching his season-high mark in assists. Although he's been inefficient from the floor at times to begin the year, the 33-year-old is averaging 21.5 points, 6.4 rebounds and 5.5 assists in 35.5 minutes per game.

Butler contributed 13 points (4-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-7 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and two steals in 37 minutes during Saturday's 119-113 loss to the Kings.

No one can deny how impactful Butler can be when he's at his best, but the veteran forward has had his fair share of struggles so far this season, and most of those woes have come as a scorer. Even though this was the first time in which he couldn't reach the 15-point mark, it's also worth noting that he's now failed to reach the 20-point plateau in three of his last six games. Plus, the four field goals he made Saturday were a season-low mark for him. Expect the veteran forward to try to bounce back when the Heat take on the Warriors next Tuesday.

Butler finished Thursday's 123-110 loss to the Warriors with 27 points (8-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and six steals over 37 minutes.

Butler has been a bit inconsistent when it comes to his offensive figures, but the fact that his lowest scoring mark has been a 17-point output suggests fantasy managers shouldn't worry too much when he has a "bad" game, and Thursday's contest was the best example of that since he had no problems bouncing back. His real value lies in his ability to put up strong numbers in other categories, and the season-high six steals are proof that he remains one of the league's best two-way players. Through six games, Butler is averaging 22.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.7 steals per game.

Butler logged 17 points (7-15 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 119-98 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Despite being productive while delivering a solid all-around performance, Butler posted his lowest scoring output of the campaign while also failing to make a three-pointer for the third time in five contests. The fact that Butler's worst game of the season to date was still a game in which he surpassed the 15-point mark while also posting solid numbers in other categories should tell you how much of a fantasy stud he is. There's nothing to worry about his start to the season even if he has failed to surpass the 20-point mark in two of his last four games.

Butler closed Monday's 98-90 loss to the Raptors with 26 points (8-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 8-9 FT), eight rebounds and four assists in 34 minutes.

Butler ended just two rebounds away from what would've been his first double-double of the season, but looking at the box score, this could go down as Butler's best performance of the campaign to date -- he recorded season-best figures in both points and boards. The veteran forward has now scored at least 20 points in all but one of his first four outings of the campaign.

Butler closed Saturday's 112-109 win over Toronto with 24 points (7-16 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 9-11 FT), four rebounds and five assists in 35 minutes.

Butler didn't record any defensive stats in the victory, but he provided plenty of offense with a team-high 24 points. He did much of his work from the charity stripe, going 9-for-11 from the line. Butler has scored exactly 24 points in two of the Heat's three games this season, and he's averaging 22.0 points, 6.3 boards and 4.3 assists while shooting 47.7 percent from the field and 85.2 percent from the free-throw line.

Butler amassed 24 points (5-11 FG, 14-16 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 116-108 loss to the Bulls.

The fact that Butler scored more than half of his points from the charity stripe shouldn't surprise anyone, as he's one of the best players in the league when it comes to drawing fouls, but he's more than just a scorer and certainly showed it here with a balanced output that included value in other categories as well. Expect the veteran to be one of Miami's go-to players on offense on a regular basis.

Butler tallied 12 points (4-5 FG, 4-6 FT), six assists, two rebounds and one steal in 25 minutes during Thursday's 120-103 preseason win over the Pelicans.

Butler has a habit of letting his teammates take over the scoring load in certain games, which tends to hurt his scoring volume. However, Butler fills the stat sheet in all categories and is elite at drawing fouls. Butler has averaged at least twenty points, five rebounds and five assists over the past two seasons.

Butler practiced Tuesday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler, along with the majority of Miami's regulars, got the night off during Monday's exhibition against the Rockets. However, the superstar forward doesn't appear to be dealing with a substantial injury, so he's still on track to be available for the regular-season opener against the Bulls on Oct. 19.

Butler (rest) is out for Monday's preseason contest against the Rockets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The All-Star forward will be rested for the second consecutive game. Butler's next chance to take the court comes Wednesday during an exhibition contest against the Pelicans.

Butler (rest) won't play in Friday's contest against Memphis, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will take a rest day following his preseason debut Thursday, where the forward logged two points and four rebounds in 17 minutes of action. Expect Butler to return for the Heat's next preseason game Monday against Houston.

Butler (rest) will play in Thursday's preseason game against the Nets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler sat out for Miami's preseason opener for rest purposes, but head coach Erik Spoelstra said that Butler will make his preseason debut Thursday night against Brooklyn. The star forward averaged 21.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.6 steals in 33.9 minutes per game last season, and he should be Miami's go-to guy again for 2022-23, provided he stays healthy.

Butler will not play in Tuesday's preseason contest versus the Timberwolves for rest purposes, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler joins Victor Oladipo and Gabe Vincent in resting Tuesday. When healthy, Butler will start for the Heat again in 2022-23 after posting 21.4 points, 5.9 rebounds and 5.5 assists over 33.9 minutes per game last year. His next chance to retake the floor arrives Thursday against the Nets.

Butler provided 35 points (13-24 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-11 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one steal across 48 minutes during Sunday's 100-96 loss to the Celtics in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler was magnificent in Game 6 and could've been the hero for Miami in Game 7, but he made the wrong choice down the stretch and could not lift Miami to victory in a game that went down to the wire. Butler was quite inconsistent on a game-to-game basis, but he surpassed the 20-point mark in four of the contests during the series against the Celtics. He averaged 27.4 points per game during the playoffs.

Butler registered 47 points (16-29 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 11-11 FT), nine rebounds, eight assists, one block and four steals over 46 minutes during Friday's 111-103 win over the Celtics in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler didn't score more than 13 points in any of the previous three games of the series, but he quieted all his doubters with a masterful performance in Game 6. The star forward picked up his spots efficiently, as he only needed 29 shots to come close to the 50-point plateau, and was perfect from the charity stripe, but he also left his mark in other categories as well by ending just one rebound and two assists shy of a triple-double. While Butler is not likely to repeat these numbers Sunday in Game 7 of the series, the Heat need him at his best if they want a legit shot at reaching the NBA Finals for the second time in the last three seasons.

Butler supplied 13 points (4-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 40 minutes during Wednesday's 93-80 loss to Boston in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler stated after Monday's loss that his ailing knee wasn't responsible for his struggles in that contest, but it seems logical that the injury is at least partly holding him back after the star forward put up another poor shooting line in Game 5. Butler has shot a troubling 7-for-32 (21.9 percent) over the past two contests, which the Heat have dropped to fall behind 3-2 in the series. He opened the semifinals by scoring 70 points across his first two games but has averaged just 9.0 points over the subsequent three matchups.

Butler produced six points (3-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt), seven rebounds and one assist across 27 minutes during Monday's 102-82 loss to the Celtics in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler exited Game 3 early with a knee injury, but he was able to recover well enough to start Monday. However, the veteran forward didn't come anywhere near his usual level of production, going 3-for-14 from the field en route to only six points -- the fewest he has scored since going 2-for-14 and producing six points March 2 against Milwaukee. Butler's ailing knee may have contributed to the poor performance, though he wasn't using it as an excuse after the game, stating, "I'm straight. No excuses for how I played. It's got nothing to do with my knee. I've just got to be better -- I will be better. I'm not too worried about it," per Coley Harvey of ESPN.

Butler (knee) will be available for Monday's Game 4 against Boston.

As expected, Butler will be available after departing Saturday's Game 3 early due to soreness and swelling in his knee. There's been no indication that Butler will face limitations, but given the injury situation he carries a bit more risk than usual in single-game DFS contests.

Butler (knee) is trending toward playing in Monday night's Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals against Boston.

While the Heat announced that Tyler Herro (groin) will not be available, it looks like the rest of the players on their injury report -- Butler, Kyle Lowry (hamstring), Max Strus (hamstring), Gabe Vincent (hamstring) and P.J. Tucker (knee) -- are each moving in the right direction. The expectation is that Butler, who exited Saturday's Game 3 victory early, will warm up with the intent to play Monday night.

Butler (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Celtics.

Butler was sidelined for the second half of Game 3 due to inflammation in his right knee. The issue isn't expected to be serious, and there's a strong possibility the All-Star forward is available for Game 4, per Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. However, his availability will likely come down to a game-time decision Monday.

Butler's knee injury isn't expected to be serious, and there's a strong possibility he's available for Game 4, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Butler finished the first half of Game 3 with eight points (3-8 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals in 20 minutes, but he didn't start the second half and was quickly ruled out for the remainder of the game. Victor Oladipo started the second half in place of the All-Star forward and played well, but Butler's potential availability for Game 4 would be a huge boost for the Heat as they look to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's Game 3 against the Celtics due to right knee inflammation, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Butler finished the first half with eight points (3-8 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals in 20 minutes, but he apparently aggravated the knee issue that caused him to miss a contest earlier in the playoffs. Victor Oladipo started the second half in place of the All-Star forward and figures to garner an increased role the rest of the way.

Butler amassed 29 points (11-18 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-8 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Thursday's 127-102 loss to the Celtics in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler finished as the game's top scorer for a second consecutive contest, but his strong performance wasn't enough as the Celtics' balanced attacked evened the series. Across 12 playoff appearances, the All-Star forward has averaged 29.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 2.2 steals in 37.3 minutes per game, but he'll likely need better contributions from his teammates in Game 3 if the Heat hope to avoid dropping back-to-back contests.

Butler ended with 41 points (12-19 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 17-18 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, three blocks and four steals over 41 minutes during Tuesday's 118-107 victory over the Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler was aggressive early and often, earning 18 trips to the free-throw line en route to his third game of the playoffs with at least 40 points. The All-Star forward was also a menace on defense, registering four steals for the second time during the postseason and blocking a season-high three shots. Miami will likely need another dominating performance from Butler in Game 2 if they hope to head to Boston with a 2-0 advantage.

Butler supplied 32 points (13-29 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-6 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal over 43 minutes during Thursday's 99-90 victory over the 76ers in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

The 32 points were a game high as Butler once again exacted revenge on the team that traded him ahead of the 2019-20 season. The 32-year-old averaged 27.5 points, 7.3 boards, 5.5 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.5 threes during the six-game series win over the Sixers, giving Butler plenty of momentum heading into the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler finished Tuesday's 120-85 win over the 76ers with 23 points (9-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, six assists and one steal across 35 minutes.

Butler was efficient from the field en route to a fourth straight game with 20-plus points. The All-Star forward also dished out at least six assists for the third time over the last four games and fell one rebound short of a double-double. Through nine playoff contests, Butler has averaged 28.3 points, 7.4 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 2.2 steals in 36.8 minutes per game.

Butler ended with 40 points (13-20 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 12-13 FT), three rebounds, six assists, two blocks and two steals across 42 minutes during Sunday's 116-108 loss to the 76ers.

Butler carried the Heat in this one and while his efforts were not enough to give Miami a 3-1 lead in the series, there's no question fantasy managers can be happy with the veteran's output. Butler is one of the elite wings in the league and while he can put up points and carry the offense in any given game, he's more known for his ability to fill out the stat sheet and contribute across the board. With that in mind, it's worth noting he has scored at least 20 points in all but one playoff game to date.

Butler recorded 33 points (12-22 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 8-10 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two steals over 38 minutes during Friday's 99-79 loss to the 76ers.

Butler was aggressive offensively during the first game in Philadelphia, attempting 20-plus shots and 10-plus free throws for the first time in the series. However, the All-Star forward's dynamic scoring night wasn't enough as Miami's supporting cast struggled mightily during the loss. Through his first seven appearances of the postseason, Butler has averaged 27.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 2.4 steals in 36.3 minutes.

Butler had 22 points (8-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-7 FT), six rebounds, 12 assists and two steals across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 119-103 win over Philadelphia.

Recording his first game with double-digit assists since late January, Butler guided Miami to a strong 51.3 percent clip from the field. Despite recently missing practice and dealing with knee soreness, Butler led Miami in minutes Wednesday. He'll look to orchestrate another win in Game 3 on Friday.

Butler didn't practice Tuesday due to an excused absence, but he's expected to play in Wednesday's Game 2, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

While Butler missed practice, he's surprisingly not one of the five Heat players that is listed questionable for Game 2. The All-Star forward notched 15 points (5-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and two steals across 30 minutes during Monday's Game 1 win. He figures to garner a similar workload in Game 2.

Butler (knee) will be available for Monday's Game 1 against the 76ers, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

The Heat continue to load up their injury report on a game-to-game basis, but as expected, all six players who were listed as questionable coming into the day have been given the green light. Butler was held out of Game 5 against Atlanta last week due to discomfort in his right knee.

Butler (knee) is questionable for Monday's Game 1 versus Philadelphia, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The 32-year-old practiced Saturday and said he intends to play Monday after missing Game 5 against the Hawks, but he's officially questionable on the injury report. Butler should still be expected to play in the opener against the 76ers, barring a setback. He averaged 30.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 2.8 steals in 37.3 minutes over four games versus Atlanta.

Butler (knee) said Saturday that he plans to play in Monday's Game 1 against the 76ers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was back at practice Saturday, and he's confident that he'll be healthy enough to play in the first game of the second round. The 32-year-old was unavailable for Tuesday's Game 5 against Atlanta, and it's not yet clear whether he'll have a minutes restriction Monday after he had nearly a week to recover.

Butler (knee) participated in practice Saturday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was scratched from Tuesday's Game 5 win over Atlanta with right knee soreness, and he was unable to practice Friday. However, he returned to the court a day later. As long as the 32-year-old feels good afterward, he'll likely have a chance to suit up for Monday's Game 1 against Philadelphia.

Butler (knee) didn't practice Friday, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler was a late scratch for Tuesday's Game 5 win over the Hawks due to right knee soreness. His absence was expected to be precautionary, but the All-Star forward is clearly dealing with some pain as he remains limited heading into the second-round matchup against the Sixers. Butler will likely have to log a full practice Saturday or Sunday if he wants to be available for Monday's Game 1.

Butler has been ruled out for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Hawks due to right knee inflammation.

Butler wasn't listed on the injury report before being listed as out, so this is a concerning development for Miami, who has dominated the series to this point. The Heat will also be without Kyle Lowry (hamstring), so the likes of Tyler Herro, Max Strus, Gabe Vincent and Duncan Robinson are all expected to garner increased roles. Also look for Victor Oladipo -- who made his first appearance of the playoffs in Game 4 -- to have expanded responsibilities in the potential closeout contest.

Butler closed with 36 points (12-21 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 11-12 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, one block and four steals in 36 minutes during Sunday's 110-86 victory over the Hawks.

Through four games, Butler has scored 21, 45, 20 and now 36 points as the Heat continue to find ways to shred the Atlanta defense and neutralize Trae Young (nine points in 36 minutes). As usual, Butler provided strong supplementary stats, headlined by the four steals. For the series, he's up to 11 total steals.

Butler provided 20 points (8-20 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals across 41 minutes during Friday's 111-110 loss to the Hawks.

Butler was just two dimes away from posting a triple-double, but his efforts were not enough to carry the Heat into a 3-0 series lead. In fact, Butler could have won the game for Miami but missed the potential game-winning shot at the buzzer. Either way, it has been a strong series for Butler as he continues to contribute on both ends of the court for Miami. He's averaging 28.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 2.3 steals per game thus far.

Butler exploded for 45 points (15-25 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 11-12 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals in 39 minutes during Tuesday's 115-105 win over the Hawks.

Aside from recording the best scoring output of his career in a playoff game, Butler once again showed why he's one of the most clutch players in the league. The Hawks were trailing by just three points with less than four minutes left in the game, but Butler went on a personal 7-0 run to put the Heat up by 10 and essentially ice the game out. The former Bulls and 76ers forward had scored 21 points in Game 1 of the series, and he continues to perform at a very high level. Dating back to the regular season, Butler has now scored at least 20 points in seven straight contests.

Butler ended Sunday's 115-91 victory over the Hawks with 21 points (9-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-7 FT), six rebounds, four assists and three steals in 33 minutes.

Butler is one of the best all-around forwards in The Association and he showed it in this game, as he made his presence felt on both ends of the court on a steady basis. He's also carrying the same momentum he had when the regular season ended, as he's now scored at least 20 points in each of his last six appearances dating all the way back to March 28.

Butler (not with team) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Magic.

Butler dealt with a toe injury late in the regular season, and he'll rest for Sunday's regular-season finale since the Heat have clinched the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. He should be back in action once the playoffs begin.

Butler contributed 20 points (5-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 10-12 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal across 37 minutes during Friday's 113-109 victory over the Hawks.

Butler scored 20-plus points for the eighth time over his last nine games. During that stretch, he's averaged 22.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.1 steals in 35.2 minutes per game. The All-Star forward will look to end the season strong Sunday against Orlando.

Butler registered 27 points (9-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-8 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and two steals over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 144-115 win over the Hornets.

Butler returned from a one-game absence due to a toe issue and dished out a team-high eight assists, his most since Feb. 1. He also scored at least 20 points in a fourth consecutive appearance and for the seventh time over his last eight games. During that stretch, he's averaged 23.0 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.1 steals in 35.0 minutes per game.

Butler (toe) is not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game against Charlotte.

Despite missing Sunday's game against Toronto with a left big toe injury, Butler does not appear on Tuesday's report, which is a great indication for the Heat with the postseason fast approaching. Expect Butler to play Tuesday before the Heat decide on his status for their remaining two contests (Friday vs. ATL; Sunday at ORL).

Butler has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raptors due to irritation in his left big toe.

Butler presumably picked up the toe issue during Saturday's win over the Bulls, but it didn't appear to slow him down as he logged 22 points (7-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and one steal in 35 minutes. In his absence, expect Caleb Martin (calf), Duncan Robinson and maybe even Victor Oladipo -- who's fallen out of the rotation as of late -- to see increased playing time against Toronto.

Butler logged 22 points (7-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Saturday's 127-109 victory over Chicago.

The veteran forward led the Heat in scoring on a night in which seven different Miami players scored in double digits. Butler has dropped at least 20 six times in the last seven games, averaging 22.4 points, 5.4 boards, 5.0 assists, 1.1 threes and 1.0 steals over that stretch.

Butler finished with 27 points (10-14 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and seven assists in 34 minutes during Monday's 123-100 victory over the Kings.

Butler posted a meager seven points (2-9 FG), six rebounds and four assists during the Heat's 15-point loss to the Nets on Saturday. However, the All-Star forward bounced back in a big way Monday, as he notched an ultra-efficient shooting night and helped snap Miami's four-game losing streak. Over his last five contests, he's averaged 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.0 steals in 34.4 minutes per game.

Butler (ankle) will play Saturday against the Nets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was listed as questionable for Saturday's game with an ankle injury, but that will not prevent him from taking the court. Butler has not been limited by his injury thus far, so he figures to handle his regular workload Saturday night.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Nets.

Butler posted a game-high 30 points in Friday's loss to the Knicks, but he continues to deal with a right ankle sprain ahead of the second half of the back-to-back set. He's appeared in each of the last three games, but Caleb Martin (knee) and Max Strus would likely see additional playing time if Butler is unavailable Saturday.

Butler accumulated 30 points (11-17 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal across 37 minutes during Friday's 111-103 loss to the Knicks.

Butler did everything to get the Heat over the line Friday, putting up his best scoring performance since late January. Unfortunately, the team fell to their third straight loss, bringing them back to the field in the race for the number one seed in the Eastern Conference. Despite having played in three straight games, Butler is likely to remain on the injury report moving forward and there is certainly a chance he misses another game or two before the regular season is done.

Butler (ankle) is available Friday against the Knicks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will appear in a third consecutive game for the first time since March 2. He's played through the issue over the past two games to average 23.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.5 steals in 38.0 minutes.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Butler continues to be bothered by a sprained right ankle, though he's played 76 minutes across the past two games. Miami could end up quite shorthanded as Tyler Herro (knee), Caleb Martin (knee), Duncan Robinson (Achilles) and P.J. Tucker (knee) are also questionable.

Butler (ankle) will play Wednesday against Golden State, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

As expected, Butler has been cleared to play after testing out his ankle during warmups. The oft-injured wing will play in consecutive games for just the second time this month.

Butler (ankle) will warm up for Wednesday's game against the Warriors with the intent to play.

Butler hasn't officially been deemed available, but he's trending that direction. He continues to deal with injury woes and hasn't played three straight games since Feb. 26 to March 2. Tyler Herro (knee) and Gabe Vincent (toe) have already been ruled out.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's contest against the Warriors.

Butler rolled his ankle during last Tuesday' win over Detroit and sat out the subsequent contest against the Thunder before returning to action Monday. He posted 27 points (8-15 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 11-11 FT), six assists and five rebounds in 35 minutes during the loss to the Sixers, but he didn't appear to be limited by the ankle issue at all. Butler is one of numerous Heat players listed as questionable, so Miami's depth could be tested once again if one or more of them is ultimately ruled out.

Butler notched 27 points (8-15 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 11-11 FT), five rebounds, six assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Monday's 113-106 loss to Philadelphia.

Butler had a strong all-around game, but surprisingly, his efforts were not enough to lift the Heat past a 76ers team that was without both James Harden (hamstring) and Joel Embiid (back). The star wing has already missed four of 10 games in March, but he's been productive when stepping on the hardwood. Butler has scored at least 20 points in four of his last five appearances.

Butler (ankle) has been cleared to play in Monday's game at Philadelphia, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

As expected, Butler will return to action after he was held out of Friday night's game against the Thunder. The star wing has missed four of the Heat's last eight games, but he looks to be moving in the right direction as Miami embarks on a four-game week that concludes with a Friday/Saturday back-to-back set against the Knicks and Nets.

Butler (ankle) is expected to play Monday against the 76ers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler rolled his ankle last Tuesday against the Pistons and was forced to miss Friday's win over the Thunder as a result. However, it appears he's on track to return Monday, as he'll go through pregame warmups with the intention of playing against Philadelphia according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. Butler is averaging 21.1 points, 6.0 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.8 steals across 33.6 minutes per game this season.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Monday's contest against the 76ers.

Butler rolled his ankle during Tuesday's practice and was subsequently held out for Friday's contest against the Thunder. If the star forward misses a second straight game, Caleb Martin (knee) and Max Strus would be candidates for increased roles.

Butler (ankle) is out Friday against the Thunder, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press

Butler rolled his ankle in Tuesday's game against the Pistons and failed to practice Thursday. Caleb Martin and Max Strus should be in line for increased playing time against Oklahoma City.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler failed to practice Thursday. That, combined with a soft opponent in OKC on Friday, means fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if Butler sits out the matchup. If that's the case, more usage could be in store for Caleb Martin (knee), Max Strus and Victor Oladipo.

Butler (ankle) did not participate in Thursday's practice, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

The Heat have not decided on Butler's status for Friday's game against the Thunder, but considering the situation and the opponent, it would not be a surprise if Butler is held out. The Marquette product has been banged up for most of March, having already missed three contests due to various minor injuries.

Butler rolled his ankle during the second quarter of Tuesday's game against the Pistons and will not return, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler just can't seem to stay on the court lately, as he hasn't played three consecutive games this month. The Heat next play Friday against the Thunder, giving Butler a good chunk of time to recover. At the same time, Miami shouldn't worry about losing to the Thunder if Butler is out, so fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if he's held out in hopes of keeping him as healthy as possible for Monday's game at Philadelphia.

Butler is not on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's matchup with the Pistons.

Butler was held out of Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves due to a toe issue, but it appears he'll be back in action Tuesday against Detroit barring any setbacks. The 32-year-old is averaging 21.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.8 steals in 34.0 minutes per game this season.

Butler will not play in Saturday's matchup with the Timberwolves due to toe irritation, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler returned from a one-game absence due to an illness on Friday and finished with 24 points (7-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 10-12 FT), five assists, four rebounds, three steals and one block across 34 minutes. It is unclear if he suffered a setback, but his absence means the likes of Duncan Robinson, Tyler Herro and Max Strus figure to see increased roles.

Butler chipped in 24 points (7-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 10-12 FT), four rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals across 34 minutes during Friday's 117-105 victory over the Cavaliers.

Butler registered almost half of his points from the charity stripe, but he was efficient in terms of scoring and filled the stat sheet with ease, something he does with elite consistency. One of the most versatile forwards in the league, Butler delivered an excellent performance since missing the Heat's previous contest due to illness. He has scored at least 20 points in each of his last three contests while also averaging 5.0 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in that short span.

Butler (illness) will play Friday against the Cavaliers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler returns from a one-game absence. Since the start of February, he's averaged 19.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.4 steals in 33.8 minutes.

Butler (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler was unavailable for Wednesday's loss to the Suns with sinus congestion, and his availability remains in question for Friday's contest. Caleb Martin (knee), who is also questionable, and Max Strus should see increased run if Butler misses his second consecutive game.

Butler (illness) is out for Wednesday's matchup against the Suns, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Sinus congestion will keep Butler out, and it will be his second missed game in four tries. His absence should open up more time for Caleb Martin (Achilles), Max Strus and Gabe Vincent.

Butler is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Suns due to an illness.

Butler did not appear on Miami's initial injury report, so it looks like he came down with the illness, described as a sinus issue, Wednesday morning. The Heat will wait to see if his condition improves throughout the day before updating his status closer to game time.

Butler racked up 21 points (6-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 8-11 FT), four rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals across 33 minutes during Saturday's 99-82 victory over the 76ers.

Butler and his teammates controlled the game with James Harden (rest) out in the back-to-back. With Victor Oladipo close to a return, the Heat will get even stringer with a fully healthy roster. Although Oladipo's role is unclear, he should be able to take a lot of pressure off of Butler as they make their late-season charge.

Butler (toe) is available for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Butler returns following a one-game absence. Since the start of February, he's averaged 19.7 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.3 steals in 34.3 minutes.

Butler (toe) is questionable for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler was unavailable Thursday against Brooklyn but will have a chance to return following a one-game absence. If he's sidelined for a second straight game, Max Strus (shoulder) and Caleb Martin (Achilles) should continue to see increased run.

Butler (toe) is out Thursday against Brooklyn, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

After a lackluster showing during Wednesday's loss to Milwaukee, Butler's left big toe irritation will keep him off the court for the second half of the back-to-back set. Max Strus and Caleb Martin should see additional playing time against the Nets.

Butler is questionable for Thursday's game against the Nets due to left big toe irritation.

Butler was held in check during Wednesday's loss to the Bucks, as he totaled six points, three rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 35 minutes. If he's unavailable for the second half of the back-to-back set, Max Strus (shoulder) and Caleb Martin (Achilles) could see additional run.

Butler racked up six points (2-14 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 120-119 loss to the Bucks.

Butler had one of the worst games of his career Wednesday, shooting an abysmal 14.2 percent from the floor. He was able to partly salvage his line with some blocks and rebounds, but it was an otherwise terrible night for Butler. He'll try to turn things around Thursday in a back-to-back game against the Nets.

Butler posted 15 points (5-24 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and one steal in 51 minutes during Thursday's 111-107 double-overtime victory over the Hornets.

Butler has been listed as playing through a shoulder injury in recent games, but was in-form prior to Thursday's poor night. Additionally, he logged a game-high 51 minutes, further shifting health concerns to the backburner. Shot selection was partially to blame, as Butler is shooting just 32.1 percent from beyond the arc on the season, and proceeded to shoot 1-of-8 from deep Thursday. Nonetheless, Butler stepped up down the stretch and nailed the dagger for the win, sealing the game in true All-Star fashion.

Butler (shoulder) is starting Thursday's game against Charlotte.

Butler was initially considered questionable for Thursday before being upgraded to probable, so it's not much of a surprise to see him in the starting five. The 32-year-old has averaged 23.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.0 steals in 33.4 minutes across the past five games and will attempt to head into the All-Star break on a high note.

Coach Erik Spoelstra said that it appears as though Butler (shoulder) will be available Thursday against the Hornets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler continues to deal with a shoulder injury, but it appears as though he'll be able to play through the issue for a second straight game. He logged 29 points, 10 rebounds and three assists in 38 minutes during Tuesday's loss to the Mavericks.

Butler (shoulder) is questionable for Thursday's game against Charlotte.

Butler also dealt with a shoulder injury ahead of Tuesday's game against the Mavericks but played through the issue and totaled 29 points, 10 rebounds and three assists in 38 minutes during the loss. If he's held out for the team's final game ahead of the All-Star break, Max Strus and Duncan Robinson should see increased run.

Butler accumulated 29 points (8-18 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 13-14 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists over 38 minutes during Tuesday's 107-99 loss to the Mavericks.

Butler was dealing with a shoulder injury prior to the game, but that wasn't noticeable given his final stat line. The fact that he scored nearly half of his points from the charity stripe is not surprising given his ability to get to the free throw line, but the star forward does more than that and Tuesday was another example of his all-around ability. He's averaging 21.4 points, 6.9 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.0 steals per game over seven appearances this month.

Butler (shoulder) will start Tuesday's game against the Mavericks.

Butler is seemingly always battling some sort of minor injury, but he's only missed one of the Heat's last 16 contests. The All-Star wing is coming off of a 13-point, six-rebound, three-assist effort in Saturday's win over Brooklyn. Prior to that, he erupted for 29 points, eight rebounds, three assists, four steals and a block in a win over the Pelicans.

Butler is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks due to a right shoulder strain, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has played at least 30 minutes in each of the last three games, but he's dealing with a shoulder issue ahead of Tuesday's matchup. If he's unavailable, Max Strus and Duncan Robinson should see increased playing time.

Butler scored 29 points (9-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 11-11 FT) while adding eight rebounds, four steals, three assists and a block in 36 minutes during Thursday's 112-97 win over the Pelicans.

The Heat only led by one at the half, but Miami's big three of Butler, Kyle Lowry and Bam Adebayo took control in the third quarter. It's the fourth time in his last seven games Butler has struck for more than 25 points, and he's averaging 24.4 points, 7.3 boards, 6.4 assists and 1.9 steals over that stretch while shooting 53.4 percent from the floor and 93.8 percent from the free-throw line.

Butler (toe) is available for Monday's game at Washington, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was considered questionable and will once again play through the toe injury Monday. He's averaged 20.0 points, 7.0 rebounds and 6.3 assists in three games since missing one contest due to the issue last week.

Butler (toe) is expected to play in Monday's game against the Wizards, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

While Butler remains questionable on the injury report, coach Erik Spoelstra said pregame that the star wing will likely continue to play through the sore toe that's bothered him since the end of January. Butler missed one game (Jan. 31 at BOS) because of the injury, but he's averaged 20.0 points, 7.0 rebounds and 6.3 assists in three games since. Look for an official confirmation on Butler's status closer to the 7:00 PM ET tip.

Butler (toe) is questionable for Monday's game at Washington.

Butler played through the toe injury Saturday versus Charlotte and finished with 27 points (10-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one block in 29 minutes. The 32-year-old could be a game-time decision for Monday but seems likely to play through the issue once again.

Butler posted 27 points (10-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one block over 29 minutes during Saturday's 104-86 victory over Charlotte.

Butler was in cruise control as the Heat easily accounted for the Hornets. Despite coming into the game under an injury cloud, Butler stood tall once again and was even able to get some much-needed rest down the stretch. His health is basically the only concern fantasy managers should have moving forward, given his per-game production thus far this season. When on the court, he should be able to flirt with first-round value across most fantasy formats.

Butler (toe) is available Saturday against the Hornets.

Butler, who was initially listed as probable, will play as expected. Over his past seven appearances, he's averaging 21.6 points, 8.4 assists, 8.3 rebounds and 2.0 steals in 36.9 minutes.

Butler (toe) is probable for Saturday's tilt against the Hornets.

Butler has appeared in the past two games following a one-game absence due to the toe injury, and he should be fine again for Saturday. Over his past 11 appearances, he's averaged 18.6 points, 8.3 assists, 7.2 rebounds and 1.7 steals in 34.3 minutes.

Butler (toe) will start Thursday's game against the Spurs.

As anticipated, Butler will continue to play through the toe injury that's bothered him over the last several days. He pushed through it during Tuesday's game against Toronto, which he finished with 16 points, 12 assists, eight rebounds and two steals in 40 minutes.

Butler (toe) is trending toward playing Thursday night against San Antonio, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler remains listed as questionable, but coach Erik Spoelstra told the media at shootaround that the star wing is planning to play Thursday. Butler missed Monday's game in Boston, but he played Tuesday in Toronto and finished with 16 points, 12 assists, eight rebounds and two steals in 40 minutes of action. P.J. Tucker (knee) is also expected to play for Miami.

Butler (toe) is listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Spurs.

Butler might be unavailable Thursday due to a toe injury that also sidelined him on Monday. The 32-year-old was able to play through the injury Tuesday and might be able to do the same Thursday. If the veteran guard can't go, expect Max Strus and Caleb Martin to see increased roles.

Butler posted 16 points (3-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 10-10 FT), eight rebounds, 12 assists and two steals in 40 minutes during Tuesday's 110-106 loss to Toronto.

Butler returned to the starting lineup Tuesday after a one-game absence due to a toe injury. He struggled from the field, but he was able to salvage his offensive production by connecting on all 10 of his free-throw attempts. He also dished out a team-high 12 assists en route to his 10th double-double of the season. Even when Butler's shot isn't falling, he's still able to usually make a significant impact in the box score, which is exactly what makes him so valuable from a fantasy perspective.

Butler (toe) will be available for Tuesday's contest against the Raptors, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was sidelined for Monday's loss to Boston after totaling 37 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists across 52 minutes during Saturday's triple-overtime loss to the Raptors. While the Heat will get their star forward back for the rematch against Toronto, they are still expected to be without Kyle Lowry (personal), Markieff Morris (conditioning), KZ Okpala (wrist) and Omer Yurtseven (COVID-19 protocols).

Butler (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's contest against the Celtics.

Butler and P.J. Tucker (knee) are both out, joining Miami's long list of inactives that includes Kyle Lowry (personal), Markieff Morris (conditioning), KZ Okpala (wrist) and Omer Yurtseven (COVID-19). The Heat once again find themselves depleted due to injuries, but they have overcome this situation numerous times already this season. Max Strus and Caleb Martin are the most likely candidates to join the starting lineup with Butler and Tucker sidelined.

The Heat list Butler as questionable for Monday's game in Boston with a sprained right ankle.

Butler likely picked up the injury at some point during Saturday's 124-120 triple-overtime loss to the Raptors, but it ultimately didn't prevent him from logging huge minutes (52 minutes) or delivering big production (37 points, 14 rebounds, 10 assists, three steals and two blocks). Adrenaline may have carried Butler through the game, however, and in what's been a familiar refrain this season, his health is now in question as the Heat prepare for a four-game week. Considering Monday marks the front end of a back-to-back set, Butler's absence in Boston wouldn't be that surprising even if the Heat don't view his ankle injury as a major concern.

Butler notched 37 points (14-26 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 8-11 FT), 14 rebounds, 10 assists, two blocks and three steals in 52 minutes during Saturday's 124-120 triple-overtime loss to the Raptors.

Butler put the Heat on his back but was unable to get them over the line in what was arguably the game of the season thus far. Result aside, this was a record-breaking night for Butler who scored the most points in a triple-double in franchise history. On a per-game basis this season, Butler has been right where people expected him to be. The only downside has been the fact that he has missed quite a few games due to injury, something that is unlikely to change as we progress through the season.

Butler (toe) is available Saturday against Toronto, Blake Murphy of The Athletic reports.

Butler's availability doesn't come as a major surprise since he was probable due to his lingering left big toe irritation. The 32-year-old has topped 35 minutes on the court in three of his last four appearances.

Butler (toe) is probable for Saturday's game against the Raptors.

Butler continues to deal with left big toe irritation, but he appears likely to suit up once again Saturday. He's averaged 22.7 points, 8.7 assists and 7.3 rebounds in 35.0 minutes per game across his last three appearances.

Butler contributed 26 points (5-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 16-16 FT), six rebounds, nine assists, one block and three steals across 37 minutes during Friday's 121-114 victory over the Clippers.

Butler has scored at least 20 points in three games in a row and while he's always been a player known for his ability to stuff the stat sheet, the fact that he's also scoring at a high clip should only boost his upside. Butler is averaging 20.3 points per game over his last four contests.

Butler (toe) is starting Friday's game against the Clippers.

Butler dealt with right big toe irritation prior to Friday's matchup, but he'll remain in the starting five against the Clippers. The 32-year-old has averaged 18.3 points, 8.3 assists and 8.0 rebounds in 34.7 minutes per game across his last three appearances.

Butler is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers due to left big toe irritation, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler scored in double figures in each of the last three games and averaged 18.3 points, 8.3 assists and 8.0 rebounds in 34.7 minutes per contest across that span. If his toe injury prevents him from suiting up in the first half of the back-to-back set, Max Strus and Caleb Martin should see additional run.

Butler ended with 22 points (7-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-9 FT), six rebounds, five assists and two steals across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 110-96 win over the Knicks.

Coming off of a triple-double in his last game against the Lakers, Butler responded with another strong all-around effort as the Heat won their fourth game in five tries. Since returning from a three-game absence on Jan. 14 against Atlanta, Butler is posting 15.6 points, 8.1 assists, 6.4 rebounds and 1.6 steals over his last seven appearances.

Butler finished with 20 points (7-18 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds, 12 assists, one block and two steals across 39 minutes during Sunday's 113-107 win over the Lakers.

His third triple-double in his last six games, Butler is averaging 8.7 assists over that stretch. Butler's three seasons in Miami have yielded the highest years of assist production for his career. In addition to the boosted facilitation, Butler's offensive game is experiencing a shift. He's shooting a career-low 24.0 percent from three this season -- the lowest mark among his qualified seasons. However, he is also attempting a career-low 1.8 threes per game. Shot distribution aside, Butler is averaging 21.4 points across 28 contests.

Butler accumulated 13 points (5-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists and two steals over 36 minutes during Friday's 110-108 loss to the Hawks.

Butler was inefficient from the field, but that didn't stop him from impacting the game in other areas. The star forward finished with at least eight rebounds and eight assists for just the fourth time this season. Fantasy managers likely want a little more scoring production from a player of Butler's status, but the fact that he's still able to produce a solid stat line despite offensive struggles is precisely what makes Butler so valuable. He'll look to bounce back offensively against the Lakers on Sunday.

Butler was ejected from Wednesday's game against Portland after receiving a pair of technical fouls during the second quarter, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler went straight to an official to complain despite being granted a foul call for a potential three-point play during the second quarter, and he was quickly administered a pair of technical fouls. He totaled four points (1-4 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and four assists in 15 minutes before making the early exit.

Butler closed with 19 points (6-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 10 rebounds, 10 assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Monday's 104-99 win over the Raptors.

After a down performance against his former team, the 76ers, on Saturday, Butler bounced back mightily and recorded his second triple-double of the season. It was the forward's seventh one dating back to the beginning of the 2020-21 campaign. So far this year, Butler is leading the Heat in scoring at 22.6 points per matchup and is second in assists with 5.7 per contest.

Butler had 23 points (7-13 FG, 9-9 FT), three rebounds, 10 assists, one block and two steals over 33 minutes during Friday's 124-118 victory over the Hawks.

Butler looked fresh as a daisy in the win, notching a double-double as the Heat rallied late. His per-game production has not been an issue thus far this season, landing him right where he needs to be in terms of his ADP. Fantasy managers will be hoping he can string a few games together here, bucking what has been an unfortunate trend to this point.

Butler (ankle) is available for Friday's matchup against the Hawks.

Butler returns following a three-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. He's appeared in just 23 games this season but is playing great, with averages of 23.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 2.0 steals in 33.8 minutes.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Hawks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has been sidelined the last three games but may be able to return to action for the front half of the back-to-back set Friday. Caleb Martin figures to receive another start should Butler remain unavailable.

Butler (ankle) won't play Wednesday against the Hawks, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Jackson reports that Butler went through practice Tuesday, but he will miss his third straight game due to an ankle injury. In his absence, Caleb Martin is expected to draw another start while Tyler Herro and Duncan Robinson operate will increased usage off the bench.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.

Butler has missed the last two games due to an ankle injury, but he has a chance to return Wednesday. He's averaged 24.4 points, 6.2 rebounds and 5.8 assists in 34.0 minutes per game across his last five appearances, but it's not yet known whether he'll have any restrictions if he's cleared to play against Atlanta.

Butler (ankle) is out Saturday against the Suns, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will miss a second straight game. The Heat have a significant break before Wednesday's game against the Hawks, so fantasy managers can have some hope he'll be ready by then. Regardless, absences have been a problem for Butler shareholders this season, as he's appeared in just 23 games.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against Phoenix.

Butler was held out for Wednesday' same against the Trail Blazers but has a chance to return against Phoenix. If he remains sidelined, Max Strus, Caleb Martin and Duncan Robinson should be in line for additional work.

Butler (ankle) will not play Wednesday against the Trail Blazers.

Butler had to be helped off the floor after rolling his right ankle against the Warriors on Monday night, so it felt like an inevitability that he'd be ruled out of Wednesday's game. The Heat will keep an eye on the injury in hopes that Butler can return Saturday at Phoenix, but it's very possible Butler could be looking at another multi-game absence.

Butler suffered an ankle injury during Monday's game against Golden State and will be evaluated further Tuesday, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

The team initially reported that Butler had suffered a foot injury, but head coach Erik Spoelstra stated after the game that he turned his ankle. Miami should have a better idea on what his availability looks like moving forward following Tuesday's evaluation.

Butler was helped to the locker room after suffering an apparent right foot injury during Monday's game against Golden State.

Butler was unable to put any weight on his right foot after going down with a non-contact injury. The specifics of the injury have yet to be revealed.

Butler posted 37 points (12-21 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 11-11 FT), two assists, two blocks, one rebounds and one steal in 35 minutes during Friday's 120-110 win over the Rockets.

Butler was impressive for the shorthanded Heat, as he scored a season-high 37 points. While his ancillary stats were relatively lacking, he made up for it by having zero turnovers. When Butler's usage is extremely elevated like it has been lately, he's capable of MVP-caliber numbers.

Butler (ankle) will play Friday against the Rockets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler suffered a sprained ankle in the Heat's last game but is fine for Friday. In his two games back from a tailbone injury, he's averaged 21.0 points, 9.5 rebounds, 9.5 assists, 2.5 steals and 1.0 blocks in 35.5 minutes.

Butler (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Rockets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

As expected, the Heat won't make a decision on Butler's status until closer to game-time Friday night after he departed Tuesday's win over the Wizards with a sprained ankle. Butler has been ruled out of Wednesday's game against the Spurs, which was ultimately postponed, but the injury is not believed to be one that will cause him to miss extended time.

Butler's sprained ankle, which he suffered Tuesday against the Wizards, is not considered overly serious, Anthong Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler had been ruled out of Wednesday's game against San Antonio, which has since been postponed, but Chiang notes that the Heat are not expecting Butler to miss extended time. His status for Friday's game at Houston is still very much in question, but it sounds as though the star wing won't be out for long -- if at all.

Butler (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Spurs, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler finished Tuesday's win over the Wizards with 25 points, 15 assists, eight rebounds, two blocks and two steals, but he apparently suffered a sprained ankle during the contest as well. Without the star forward, the Heat only have eight active players -- including KZ Okpala who is questionable with a wrist injury -- heading into their matchup with the Spurs. In Butler's absence, Caleb Martin is expected to draw his fourth start of the season.

Butler closed Tuesday's 119-112 win over the Wizards with 25 points (8-16 FG, 9-9 FT), eight rebounds, 15 assists, two blocks and two steals across 36 minutes.

Butler not only registered multiple tallies in each of the five major categories in what was an impressive all-around effort, but he also ended just two boards away from registering what would've been his second triple-double of the campaign. Butler missed eight games in a row earlier this month and has played just three times in December, but he should be a strong fantasy asset across all formats every time he's healthy.

Butler notched 17 points (5-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and three steals over 35 minutes during Sunday's 93-83 victory over the Magic.

Butler returned to action after missing 12 of the previous 13 games with a lingering back injury. Despite Butler's absence, the Heat have managed to win four of their last five games. His re-insertion into the starting five should assist their winning ways, and prolific lines from Butler will follow.

Butler (tailbone) produced 17 points (5-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and three steals across 35 minutes in Sunday's 93-83 win over the Magic.

Making his return from an eight-game absence due to a bruised tailbone, Butler faced no visible limitations in terms of playing time and usage (24.7 percent rate). With Kyle Lowry (COVID-19 health and safety protocols) and Bam Adebayo (thumb) likely to remain out for the Heat's upcoming four-game week, the onus will be on Butler to help a 21-13 Miami squad continue its winning ways.

Butler (tailbone) has been cleared to start Sunday's game against the Magic, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

After warming up earlier Sunday without incident, Butler will make his return to the lineup after an eight-game absence due to a bruised tailbone. Though head coach Erik Spoelstra hasn't commented on the matter, Butler could face a loose minutes restriction in his first game back from the injury. Before he was sidelined, Butler was off to an excellent start to the 2021-22 campaign, averaging 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.2 assists and a career-high 2.2 steals in 33.7 minutes per contest while shooting 50.9 percent from the field and 85.2 percent from the charity stripe.

Butler (tailbone) will warm up with the intention of playing in Sunday's game against the Magic.

Butler is listed as questionable on the NBA's official injury report, but he sounds like he'll be ready to return from an eight-game absence if he experiences no recurring issues with his bruised tailbone during warmups. Confirmation on Butler's availability one way or the other should arrive shortly before the contest's 3:30 p.m. ET tipoff. If cleared to play, Butler could be under a loose minutes restriction.

Butler (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Magic.

Butler has been dealing with a bruised tailbone and last played Dec. 6. If he plays Sunday, there's a good chance he'll be on a minutes limit. Butler was playing at an All-Star level before the injury. In 33.7 minutes, he's averaged 22.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 2.2 steals on 50.9 percent shooting.

Butler (back) will not play Tuesday against the Pacers.

Butler continues to deal with a bruised tailbone, which will keep him out for the 11th time in the last 12 games. The Heat continue to evaluate the star wing on a game-to-game basis, but it's unclear just how close to a return he might be. His next chance to play will come Thursday against Indiana.

Butler (back) is out Sunday against the Pistons.

It remains unclear when Butler may return. He tried to play through the injury on Dec. 6 but aggravated it and hasn't played since. His next chance to play is Tuesday against the Pacers.

Butler (back) is out Friday against the Magic, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will be sidelined for a fifth straight game due to his bruised tailbone. His next chance to play is Sunday against the Pistons.

Butler (back) is listed as out for Wednesday's contest against the 76ers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will be sidelined for the eighth time in the past nine games due to a bruised tailbone. KZ Okpala and Gabe Vincent should continue to have increased role for Miami, especially with Caleb Martin (COVID-19 protocols) missing his second straight game.

Butler (tailbone) won't travel with the team for Monday's game at Cleveland, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has missed six of the past seven games due to a bruised tailbone, and he'll be sidelined again for Monday's contest. KZ Okpala and Gabe Vincent should continue to have increased roles for Miami, especially with Caleb Martin (COVID-19 protocols) also not traveling to face the Cavaliers.

Butler (back) is out Saturday against the Bulls.

Butler will miss a second straight game after aggravating his bruised tailbone in his return from a four-game absence. Fantasy managers in weekly leagues should be concerned at this point that he won't be active for enough games next week to be worth a start on Monday. In his absence, more minutes should be available for KZ Okpala, Gabe Vincent and Caleb Martin.

Butler (back) didn't practice Friday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler returned from a four-game absence and played 25 minutes during the Heat's Dec. 6 loss to the Grizzlies, but he aggravated his bruised tailbone during the contest and hasn't resumed basketball activities since. Miami hasn't released their official injury report for Saturday's contest against the Bulls, but Butler will likely be questionable at best after being sidelined for the majority of the week. In Butler's absence, Caleb Martin and Max Strus both excelled during their increased playing time against the Bucks on Wednesday.

Butler (tailbone) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Bucks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler returned from a four-game absence Monday but aggravated his bruised tailbone and won't be available Wednesday. Caleb Martin (knee) and Max Strus should see increased run for Miami in his absence.

Butler has been ruled out after aggravating a tailbone injury during Monday's game against the Grizzlies, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler had missed the last four contests while nursing a tailbone injury, and after being cleared to run the floor Monday, he took a hard fall and appeared to aggravate the injury. Max Strus and Caleb Martin should see an uptick in minutes the rest of the way vs. Memphis.

Butler (tailbone) is available for Monday's game against the Grizzlies, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was considered probable after missing the past four games with bruised tailbone, and he'll make his return to the court Monday. The 32-year-old played 37 minutes in his first game back after a three-game absence earlier this season, so he won't necessarily face any limitations despite seeing game action for the first time since Nov. 27.

Coach Erik Spoelstra said Butler (back) is warming up with the intention of playing in Monday's contest against the Grizzlies, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler has been sidelined for the past four games with a bruised tailbone, but it looks like he will be available Monday. On the season, the star forward is averaging 23.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 2.1 steals across 34.2 minutes per game. Coming over a four-game absence, Butler's minutes may be limited, but either way, he's likely still a must-start for fantasy managers in all formats.

The Heat list Butler (tailbone) as questionable for Monday's game against the Grizzlies, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Sidelined for the past four games with a bruised tailbone, Butler looks like he'll have a shot to suit up Monday, provided he can make it through the Heat's morning shootaround without any setbacks. If Butler is able to suit up against Memphis, Tyler Herro would likely move from the starting five and back into a sixth-man role, while both Max Strus and Caleb Martin would be in store for reductions in playing time.

In addition to being ruled out Wednesday against Cleveland, Butler (back) is expected to remain out Friday against Indiana and Saturday against Milwaukee, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler continues to heal from a tailbone injury and the team expects to be without their starting forward for at least the new few contests. At this point, a potential return to action could arrive Monday against Memphis.

Butler (tailbone) is out Wednesday against the Cavaliers.

Butler is out for a second straight game due to the tailbone injury, and the Heat will be especially shorthanded with Bam Adebayo (thumb) out for at least a month. As a result, more usage should funnel to Dewayne Dedmon, Tyler Herro and Kyle Lowry.

Butler (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler msised Monday's matchup with the Nuggets due to the back bruise, and his availability for Wednesday remains in question. Bam Adebayo (thumb) and Dewayne Dedmon (knee) are also questionable, though Tyler Herro (fatigue) is expected to play.

Butler is out Monday against the Nuggets due to a tailbone contusion, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The Heat will be without Butler and Tyler Herro (illness), so Max Strus and Gabe Vincent will both likely see increased roles against Denver. Butler's next chance to suit up comes Wednesday against the Cavaliers.

Butler (tailbone) is questionable for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

Butler has played 30-plus minutes in each of his last six appearances, but he apparently sustained a bruised tailbone in Saturday's win over the Bulls. Max Strus and Caleb Martin should see increased run if Butler is unavailable.

Butler closed Saturday's 107-104 win over the Bulls with 18 points (6-15 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), four rebounds, five assists and five steals over 36 minutes.

Butler can take over a game offensively on any given night, but that hasn't been happening of late and he's now failed to reach the 20-point mark in each of his last three contests. He supplies that lack of scoring -- based on his standards -- with solid contributions in other categories, though, so even if he's not being a 20-point scorer on a consistent basis, he remains an excellent fantasy play due to his ability to contribute across the board.

Butler totaled 16 points (5-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and one steal across 39 minutes during Wednesday's 113-101 loss to the Timberwolves.

Butler attempted just nine field goals, highlighting just how well the Timberwolves were able to contain him. The fact this can be viewed as a sub-par performance demonstrates how impressive Butler has been this season. The Heat are once again a force to be reckoned with this season, and so despite this loss, Butler should be able to maintain similar value the rest of the way.

Butler had 32 points (11-19 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 10-10 FT), three rebounds, five assists and four steals in 34 minutes during Thursday's 112-97 win over Washington.

Butler couldn't repeat what he did against the Pelicans on Wednesday when he recorded a triple-double, but he was proficient on both ends of the court and posted his second-best scoring output of the campaign. While Butler is valuable for his ability to stuff the stat sheet and contribute in a number of categories, his upside increases when he decides to accept a bigger role on offense. On that same note, Butler has scored at least 30 points in three of his last four games.

Butler totaled 31 points (10-18 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 10-12 FT), 10 rebounds, 10 assists and one block in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 113-98 win over New Orleans.

The 32-year-old missed the previous three games with an ankle sprain, but he showed no rust despite the absence and powered the offense with Kyle Lowry (rest) and Bam Adebayo (knee) unavailable. It's the fourth time this season Butler has surpassed the 30-point mark and the third occasion he's recorded double-digit rebounds.

Butler (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was considered questionable after missing the past three games with a sprained right ankle, but he'll retake the court Wednesday. He could carry a heavier offensive workload than usual with Kyle Lowry (rest) and Bam Adebayo (knee) sitting out.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has missed the past three games with a sprained right ankle and is questionable again for Wednesday's contest. Tyler Herro figures to receive another start should Butler remain sidelined.

Butler (ankle) will not play Monday at Oklahoma City.

Butler was considered questionable coming into Monday, but he'll ultimately miss his third straight game since spraining his right ankle against the Lakers last week. His next chance to return to action will come Wednesday against the Pelicans.

Butler (ankle) is questionable at Oklahoma City on Monday, according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald.

Butler is suffering from an ankle sprain that forced him to sit out two Heat games. If unavailable again, Tyler Herro will be the primary beneficiary of Butler's absence. The 21-year-old averaged 25.0 points and 7.5 rebounds across his two starts while Butler was out.

Butler (ankle) is out at Utah on Saturday, according to Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune.

Butler will sit out a second straight game because of an ankle sprain. Tyler Herro logged a start when the Heat superstar had been unavailable during the previous matchup. Max Strus, Gabe Vincent and Caleb Martin received 17-plus minutes of playing time while Butler was out.

Butler (ankle) is officially listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Jazz, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was forced out of Wednesday's game against the Lakers after spraining his ankle and subsequently sat out Thursday's second night of a back-to-back set. He will presumably be a true game-time decision, so more clarity n his status is unlikely to be gained until closer to tip-off. Tyler Herro would again be in line for an extended role should he be unable to go, while Caleb Martin and Gabe Vincent could also see increased roles.

Butler (ankle) will not play in Thursday's game against the Clippers, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

As anticipated, Butler will be held out on the second half of the back-to-back set after he departed Wednesday night's overtime loss to the Lakers with a sprained right ankle. The injury occurred during the second quarter, and Butler was held out of the entire second half, as well as overtime. Expect Tyler Herro to handle more of the offensive burden Thursday, while Caleb Martin and Gabe Vincent could also be set for larger roles.

Butler (ankle) will not return to Wednesday's contest against the Lakers.

Butler sprained his right ankle in the first half of the matchup and will not return. The veteran forward should be considered questionable at best for the second half of the Heat's back-to-back set Thursday against the Clippers.

Butler provided 31 points (10-18 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 9-11 FT), eight assists, five rebounds and a blocked shot across 38 minutes in Monday's 113-96 loss to the Nuggets.

Butler's superb evening wasn't enough to overcome Denver's productive offense, but the loss doesn't cloud what's been an excellent start of the season for the All-Star and his teammates. Butler has been red-hot over the first ten games of the season, averaging 25.3 points, 6.0 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game.

Butler posted 27 points (11-15 FG, 5-6 FT), six assists and three rebounds across 36 minutes in Saturday's win over Utah.

Butler reached the 20-point mark for the fifth game in a row and while Tyler Herro has grabbed most of the headlines when it comes to the Heat, Butler has been extremely consistent while stuffing the stat sheet on a regular basis. Butler is averaging 25.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 1.6 steals per game across that aforementioned five-game stretch.

Butler tallied 23 points (4-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 15-17 FT), six rebounds, six assists, three steals and a block in 33 minutes of action Tuesday, as the Heat beat the Mavericks 125-110.

Butler's strong scoring line was boosted by drawing fouls and getting to the charity stripe. He hadn't attempted this many free throws in a game since the 2019 season. After averaging 21.5 points, 7.0 rebounds and 5.5 assists last season, Butler is continuing that production to the tune of 25.0 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.7 assists this season.

Butler recorded 27 points (8-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 10-11 FT), seven assists, five rebounds and three steals across 30 minutes in Saturday's win over Memphis.

Butler has scored at least 27 points in three of his last four games, but he's been doing more than just scoring thus far and has made his presence felt on both ends of the court -- though that has been one of his trademarks in recent years. Butler also has two double-doubles on the year and has dished out at least five assists in all but one of his six contests. He's averaging 25.3 points, 7.0 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game through six appearances.

Butler finished with 17 points (6-18 FG, 5-6 FT), 14 rebounds, seven assists, four steals and a block on Wednesday in Miami's 106-93 victory over the Nets.

Following up a monster performance (36 points, 15-21 FG) against Orlando on Monday, Butler supplied the volume but lacked the efficiency. Nonetheless, he had secured a double-double midway through the third quarter and racked up four steals. The Heat will play the Hornets on Thursday in what should be a high-paced matchup.

Butler produced 36 points (15-21 FG, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, two assists and five steals across 33 minutes in Monday's 107-90 win over the Magic.

After scoring 40 total points across the first two games, Butler nearly doubled his output with a tour de force that included five steals. After jumping out to a quick lead, Butler stayed on the court and allowed his squad to pull away in the fourth quarter. The 10-year vet is one of the most prolific scorers in the Eastern Conference after the season's first week.

Butler produced 36 points (15-21 FG, 6-6 FT), three rebounds, two assists and five steals across 33 minutes in Monday's 107-90 win over the Magic.

After scoring 40 total points across the first two games, Butler nearly doubled his output with a tour de force that included five steals. After jumping out to a quick lead, Butler stayed on the court and allowed his squad to pull away in the fourth quarter. The 10-year vet is one of the most prolific scorers in the Eastern Conference after the season's first week.

Butler posted 19 points (7-22 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, six assists and three steals across 40 minutes in Saturday's overtime win over the Pacers.

Butler only logged 29 minutes in the Opening Night loss against the Bucks, but he saw an extended amount of time in this one and responded with another stat-stuffing performance. It's only been two games, but Butler is already averaging 20.0 points, 6.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds per game -- that's a reasonable floor for him going forward as long as he manages to stay healthy.

Butler closed with 21 points (6-10 FG, 9-11 FT), six assists, four rebounds and one steal in 29 minutes during Thursday's 137-95 victory over Milwaukee.

Butler played a team-high 29 minutes as the Heat throttled the Bucks, a great sign given the blowout nature of the game. Health is always something to track with Butler and so this is a positive for those invested in the veteran leader. He is about as solid a fantasy option as you will find when he is on the court and so managers simply need to cross their fingers and keep their eyes on the prize.

Butler (illness) was not listed on the injury report ahead of Friday's matchup with the Celtics.

Butler didn't fly with the Heat to Atlanta, as he was dealing with a non-COVID illness. After resting most of their starters during the first half of the back-to-back Thursday, the majority of the Miami regulars appear likely to suit up for the preseason finale.

Butler (illness) won't travel with the team ahead of Thursday's preseason matchup against Atlanta, Wes Goldberg of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Butler will miss a second consecutive preseason contest due to cold-like symptoms. His next chance to return will be in Friday's preseason finale against the Celtics on Friday.

Butler (illness) wasn't at Wednesday's practice, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler missed Monday's exhibition game since he was experiencing cold-like symptoms, and he apparently isn't back to full strength. Whether he's available for Thursday's preseason contest against Atlanta remains to be seen.

Butler is resting Friday and won't play against the Spurs.

On the second night of a back-to-back, Butler and other key rotation players will get the night off.

Butler is not on the injury report for Thursday's game against Houston.

The veteran was rested for Monday's preseason opener, but it looks as though he could see some minutes in Thursday's contest. Miami still has six more exhibitions before opening night, so Butler will likely be in and out of the lineup a few more times before the games start to count.

Butler will not play in Monday's preseason game against the Hawks for rest purposes, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

The team will take it easy on the veteran forward to kick off the preseason. Butler could make his preseason debut Thursday in Houston. Tyler Herro enters the starting five Monday in Butler's absence.

Butler is expected to agree to a four-year, max extension with the Heat, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Butler is still under contract for the 2021-22 season, and he holds a player option for 2022-23, but the Heat will move to lock up their star wing into the middle of the decade. The soon-to-be-32-year-old is coming off of one of the best statistical seasons of his career, having averaged 21.5 points, 7.1 assists, 6.9 rebounds and 2.1 steals across 52 appearances. Charania notes that the extension -- which can't be officially signed until August 6 -- is expected to be in the neighborhood of $184 million over four years.

Butler finished with 19 points (7-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and one steal in 38 minutes during Thursday's 113-84 loss to the Bucks.

The Heat have managed to dig themselves quite a hole and based on what we have seen thus far during the series, it seems highly likely their season could be coming to an abrupt end. Butler filled the stat sheet once again but simply had no help from his teammates, outside of Bam Adebayo, who tallied 17 points, eight rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in 32 minutes. Game 4 will be on Saturday and as per usual, Butler is certainly going to be at the forefront of efforts to at least send the series back to Milwaukee for a fifth game.

Butler finished Monday's Game 2 loss to Milwaukee with 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-4 FT), four assists and two steals in 32 minutes.

After an exceedingly rough Game 1 (4-22 FG), Butler and the Heat never stood a chance Monday, as Milwaukee drilled 10 threes in the first quarter and jumped out to a 46-20 advantage. Despite a sustained 20-plus-point deficit, Butler played well into the second half and finished as the only Heat player north of 30 minutes. With their backs against the wall, Miami will need a much better effort from Butler in Game 3 on Thursday to avoid letting the series slip away.

Butler posted 17 points (4-22 FG, 2-9 3 Pt, 7-10 FT) across 46 minutes in Saturday's 109-107 OT loss to the Bucks.

Perhaps it was his recurring back issue that contributed to his errant shooting, but he'll have to rectify the problem if the Heat hope to take down the Bucks for the second consecutive season. If Butler had only been more accurate, the game could have swung solidly in Miami's favor, but the Heat's paltry 36.4 percent from the floor proved to be the difference-maker. Butler was able to muster a double-double with efficient secondary production, but he needs to shake off some rust in his shooting stroke.

Buter (back) said Thursday that he's "ready to go" for Game 1 against Milwaukee on Saturday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler missed the last two games of the regular season due to tightness in his back, but it sounds like he will unsurprisingly be available for the start of the playoffs. The 31-year-old forward went as far as to say that he's "stupidly locked in" for another playoff run after last season's impressive run to the finals. Butler is coming off a stellar regular season in which he scored 21.5 points on 49.7 percent shooting, 7.1 assists, 6.9 rebounds and 2.1 steals per game.

Butler (back) practiced Wednesday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler missed the last two games of the regular season with lower back tightness, but all signs point to Butler playing in Saturday's Game 1 against the Bucks.

Butler (back) will not play Sunday against the Pistons.

Butler is out for the regular-season finale due to tightness in his lower back. Nemanja Bjelica is likely in line for another start in Sunday's contest.

Butler (back) is unavailable for Saturday's game against the Bucks, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

The 31-year-old was considered questionable due to tightness in his lower back and won't be available Saturday. Nemanja Bjelica will receive the start in his plate. Butler should be considered questionable for the final game of the regular season Sunday at Detroit.

Butler is questionable for Saturday's contest against the Bucks due to lower back tightness.

This month, Butler has averaged 19.7 points, 6.0 assists, 5.8 rebounds and 1.8 steals in 29.8 minutes. If he sits Saturday, more minutes could be available for KZ Okpala, Mas Strus and Andre Iguodala.

Butler tallied 21 points (6-10 FG, 4-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, four assists and a steal across 29 minutes in Thursday's 106-94 win over Philadelphia.

Butler was questionable coming into the contest after getting poked in the eye during his last game, but the veteran forward appeared to see the basket just fine Thursday, leading Miami with 21 points and draining all four of his three-point attempts. Butler is enjoying his most efficient shooting season to date, posting a career-best 49.7 percent field-goal rate and averaging 21.5 points overall.

Butler (eye) will be available for Thursday's game against Philly.

Butler departed Tuesday's win over Boston after being poked in the eye, and while he's still dealing with the after-effects, he'll suit up as the Heat look to hold their ground in the race for seeding in the Eastern Conference. Tuesday excluded, Butler has averaged 23.3 points, 7.4 assists, 6.8 rebounds and 2.4 steals over his last 10 appearances.

Butler (eye) will be a game-time call for Thursday's contest against the 76ers.

This is not an ideal scenario for DFS players, as the Heat will wait until Butler goes through a pregame workout before his status is ultimately determined. Butler was poked in the eye during Tuesday's win over Boston, forcing him out of action after 17 minutes.

Butler (eye) is considered questionable for Thursday's game against the 76ers, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was poked in the eye during Tuesday's win over Boston, forcing him out of the game after just 17 minutes of action. The Heat will wait to see how he feels at shootaround Thursday before issuing an update on his status.

Butler is questionable to return to Tuesday's game against the Celtics due to a poked eye, Mark Stein of The New York Times reports.

Tyler Herro got the start over Butler in the second half. Even if Butler returns Tuesday, he should tentatively be considered questionable for Thursday's game against the 76ers.

Butler collected 26 points (9-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 11 assists, eight rebounds and two steals over 40 minutes Sunday in the 130-124 win over the Celtics.

Butler connected on his first three-pointer in 11 games and scored 22 of his 26 points in the second half of Sunday's win. In his second season with the Heat, Butler has seen an increase in his points, steals, assists, rebounds and shooting percentage all while playing nearly the same amount of minutes per game. He's now collected a steal in 18 straight games, averaging 2.6 swipes over that span.

Butler had 25 points (7-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 11-14 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and five steals in Friday's win over Minnesota.

Butler was questionable coming into the night after an illness sidelined him for Tuesday's game against Dallas, but he showed no ill-effects, putting up yet another fantastic all-around stat line. Butler has been incredibly consistent since the All-Star break, averaging 22.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, 6.6 assists and 2.3 steals while shooting 52.4 percent from the field. He's hit only 11 total three-pointers in that stretch (27 games), however.

Butler (illness) will play Friday against the Timberwolves, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

After a one-game absence due to an illness, Butler will return to the court, likely pushing Andre Iguodala back to the bench. Tyler Herro (foot) is also making a return.

Butler (illness) is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Timberwolves, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was a late scratch for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks due to flu-like symptoms, and he's still feeling under the weather. Still, there's a chance he'll play. If he's out, Andre Iguodala would likely draw another start.

Butler is a late scratch for Tuesday's contest against the Mavericks due to flu-like symptoms.

Butler is missing his first game since April 19. With Tyler Herro (foot) also out, the Heat will be thin at guard. Kendrick Nunn, Gabe Vincent and Andre Iguodala could see extra minutes.

Butler recorded 18 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-9 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists, one steal and one block in Sunday's 121-111 win over the Hornets.

Butler had scored at least 20 points in each of the last three contests in April, but he's had a lower shot volume in May and has been limited to just 16.5 points per game across his last two appearances. However, the 31-year-old led Miami's starters with eight rebounds in Sunday's win, and he also finished second on the team with eight rebounds. In his seven games since returning from an ankle injury, Butler has averaged 21.7 points, 7.0 assists and 6.0 rebounds in 33.9 minutes per contest.

Butler had 15 points (4-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two steals across 29 minutes in Saturday's win over Cleveland.

Butler failed to surpass the 15-point mark for the first time since April 14, but he still produced a solid stat line due to his contributions in other categories -- though that has been a trend for the veteran forward this season. If there's one area where Butler must improve, however, that's their three-point shooting since he's gone eight straight games without nailing an attempt from beyond the arc.

Butler totaled 29 points (11-23 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-7 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and one steal in a 116-111 victory over the Spurs on Wednesday.

Butler had another fantastic all-around performance and just missed his second consecutive 30-point game. The forward has averaged 23.8 points across his last five contests despite not making a single triple. Butler has also produced elite counting stats over that stretch, averaging 7.4 assists, 6.0 rebounds and 2.2 steals per game.

Butler tallied 33 points (11-21 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 11-11 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and two steals in 34 minutes during Monday's 110-102 loss to the Bulls.

Butler's 33 points were the most he's scored since Feb. 26. The 31-year-old hasn't missed a beat since returning from a two-game absence due to a sprained right ankle, averaging 22.5 points, 7.8 assists, 5.5 rebounds and 2.5 steals over his last four games. The 10-year forward should continue playing heavy minutes the rest of the way for the seventh-seeded Heat.

Butler recorded 20 points (5-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 10-12 FT), eight assists, five rebounds and four steals across 35 minutes in Saturday's win over the Bulls.

Butler has been a stat-stuffing machine this season and Saturday's was just the latest example of what he can bring to the table on both ends of the court. He's missed just two games this month and has been a steady producer for the Heat, averaging 21.0 points, 7.7 assists, 5.2 rebounds and 2.8 steals per game in 11 appearances this month.

Butler scored 19 points (6-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-7 FT) while adding seven assists, three steals, two rebounds and a block in 37 minutes during Friday's loss to the Hawks.

The 31-year-old continues to produce, particularly on the defensive end. Butler has recorded multiple steals in 10 of his last 11 games, averaging 20.8 points, 7.4 assists, 5.1 boards and 2.6 steals over that stretch while shooting 52.1 percent from the floor.

Butler posted 18 points (6-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 11 assists, seven rebounds and one steal in Wednesday's win over the Spurs.

Making his return after a two-game injury absence, Butler picked up where he left off with another strong all-around performance. He didn't add a ton on the defensive end, but Butler chipped in eight boards and handed out double-digit assists for the third time since the All-Star break.

Butler (ankle) is available for Wednesday's contest against the Spurs.

Initially questionable after missing two games with a sprained ankle, Butler will be back in action Wednesday. This month, he's averaged 21.8 points, 7.4 assists, 5.4 rebounds and 2.9 steals in 34.1 minutes.

Butler (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game at San Antonio, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The 31-year-old missed the past two games due to a sprained right ankle, and his status for Wednesday's contest remains in question. Andre Iguodala should continue to see increased run should Butler remain sidelined versus the Spurs.

Butler (ankle) will not play Monday against Houston, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler will miss his second game in a row due to a sprained right ankle. Andre Iguodala got the start in Sunday's win over Brooklyn, so he could be in line to see an increased workload again Monday.

Butler (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Rockets.

As expected, Butler will wait until later in the day to test out his sprained right ankle, which kept him out of Sunday's win over the Nets. With the Heat playing on the second half of a back-to-back, it wouldn't be a surprise if they exercise caution with the star forward.

Butler (ankle) is unavailable for Sunday's game against the Nets, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

The 31-year-old was considered questionable with a sprained right ankle and will be sidelined for the first time since March 25. KZ Okpala should have an increased role in Butler's absence, while Bam Adebayo and Goran Dragic handle a bigger offensive workload.

Butler is questionable due to a right ankle sprain for Sunday's contest against the Nets.

Butler hasn't missed a game since March 25. He's been excellent since, as he's averaged 21.7 points, 7.1 assists, 5.2 rebounds and 2.4 steals in 34.7 minutes. If Butler sits out Sunday, more minutes would be available for Tyler Herro, KZ Okpala and Trevor Ariza.

Butler scored a game-high 30 points (9-19 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 12-15 FT) while adding 10 rebounds, eight assists, three steals and a block in 39 minutes during Friday's loss to the Timberwolves.

The 31-year-old came up just short of his fifth triple-double of the season and first since Feb. 18, while hitting for at 30 points for the first time since Feb. 26. Butler also extended his streak of games with multiple steals to nine, and he's averaging a strong 21.3 points, 7.0 assists, 5.2 boards, 2.8 steals and 2.1 threes over that stretch.

Butler recorded 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-3 FT), nine assists, three rebounds and three steals across 28 minutes in Wednesday's loss against the Nuggets.

Butler ended just one assist shy of putting up a double-double, and he's been thriving as a playmaker of late -- he has dished out five or more dimes in seven straight contests while also scoring at least 20 points four times during that span. Butler seems to be assuming a bigger role in the playmaking department with Victor Oladipo (knee) out and this will mean a spike in his assist numbers, but those might compromise his scoring figures a bit.

Butler (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

There was some doubt as to whether Butler would play on the second night of a back-to-back, but it appears he'll be available for his usual minutes Wednesday. The 31-year-old is averaging 21.4 points, 7.2 rebounds, 7.2 assists and 2.1 steals in 33.8 minutes per game this season.

Butler is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against Denver due to an ankle injury.

The Heat haven't released any details, but it's possible they could simply look to build in some rest for Butler on the second half of a back-to-back. The star wing has been a top-10 fantasy player since the All-Star break, thanks in large part to his contributions on the defensive end. In Tuesday's loss to the Suns, Butler extended his streak of games with multiple steals to seven. In that stretch, he's averaging 21.3 points, 6.6 assists, 4.9 rebounds and 2.7 steals.

Butler tallied 18 points (6-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight assists, four rebounds and two steals across 32 minutes in a loss to Phoenix on Tuesday.

Miami shot only 37.8 percent for the contest, and Butler led the team in scoring despite his own struggles from the field. He also paced Miami with eight assists and collected multiple steals for the seventh straight game. Butler's 2.1 thefts per contest this season lead the NBA, and he is also producing per-game averages of 21.4 points, 7.2 boards and 7.2 dimes through 39 games.

Butler posted 20 points (7-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five assists, four rebounds, four steals and two blocks in Sunday's win over Portland.

Butler continues to look like one of the most well-rounded contributors in fantasy basketball since the break, averaging 22.9 points, 7.0 rebounds, 6.2 assists and 2.3 steals over his last 16 games. Butler is hitting 6.2 free throws per game at an 83.9 percent clip during that span. Fantasy-wise, the only real hole in Butler's profile is that he's offering only 0.4 made three-pointers per game this season -- his lowest figure since 2011-12.

Butler delivered 28 points (8-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 11-12 FT), seven rebounds, five assists and three steals across 36 minutes in Thursday's win over the Lakers.

Butler has scored 28 points in back-to-back contests and continues to excel on the offensive end of the court for Miami, as he has scored at least 20 points in five of his last seven contests since missing the March 25 matchup against the Trail Blazers due to illness. The veteran forward is one of the Heat's go-to players on offense but also contributes steadily in other categories, so he possesses a decent floor on most nights.

Butler mustered 28 points (11-16 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five assists, three rebounds and two steals across 35 minutes in Tuesday's loss against the Grizzlies.

Butler had one of his best shooting performances of the season, and while his efforts couldn't carry the Heat to victory, he extended his streak of games with at least 15 points to six outings -- he has surpassed the 20-point mark in four of those contests. Butler's value goes deeper than just his scoring numbers, however, and he has also recorded multiple steals with at least five rebounds and/or four assists in each of his last four games.

Butler tallied 22 points (7-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-9 FT), eight assists, six rebounds and four steals in 34 minutes during Thursday's win over the Warriors.

The 31-year-old has been on a tear post-All-Star break, averaging 22.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 2.1 steals over his last 11 games. Butler's stellar across-the-board play has helped Miami go on a three-game winning streak. The veteran forward will look to keep it going Saturday at home against the Cavaliers.

Butler posted 18 points (6-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds, four assists, two steals and a block across 37 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Pacers.

Butler is one the league's premier two-way players and that ability was in full display Wednesday, as he left his mark on both ends of the court while ending as the Heat's second-best scorer. Butler has scored at least 20 points in 11 of his last 14 games, and even though this wasn't his finest scoring performance, he still delivered strong value due to his contributions across the board.

Butler posted 27 points (10-15 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six assists, five rebounds and a block in Monday's win over the Knicks.

Butler was the only Heat player to score more than 20 points on a night when Miami shot just 43 percent from the field and 29.4 percent from three as a team. The Marquette product has been by far the Heat's most dependable offensive force this season, and he's been on an extended heater since returning from a COVID-related absence in late-January. Entering Monday, Butler averaged 23.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 2.1 steals in nine post-All-Star-break games.

Butler had 20 points (7-16 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 4-6 FT), nine assists and five rebounds in Friday's loss to the Hornets.

The Heat fell behind by 23 points at halftime and weren't quite able to complete the comeback, despite outscoring Charlotte 56 to 38 in the second half. Butler had another strong all-around game, though he fell one assist short of notching his third straight double-double. Entering Friday, Butler was averaging 23.5 points, 8.9 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 2.3 steals in eight games since the All-Star break.

Butler (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Hornets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler didn't play in Thursday's loss to the Trail Blazers due to a stomach illness but will return to the court just one day later. Trevor Ariza should return to a bench role with Butler back in action.

Butler (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Hornets, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler missed Thursday's loss to the Trail Blazers due to an illness, but it's possible he'll take the court Friday. If not, we could see Trevor Ariza draw another start.

Butler (illness) will not play Thursday against Portland, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler will miss his first game in a little over three weeks due to a stomach illness. With Goran Dragic (back) also on the sidelines, Kendrick Nunn, Tyler Herro, Max Strus and Andre Iguodala could all see increased workloads.

Butler is questionable for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a stomach illness, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

Butler hasn't missed a game since March 2. If he continues to feel under the weather around tipoff, he could sit out Thursday's game, and that would likely create more opportunities for Tyler Herro, Kendrick Nunn and Andre Iguodala.

Butler scored 14 points (7-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt) to go along with 11 rebounds, one assist and one steal in a 110-100 loss to the Suns on Tuesday.

Butler failed to record multiple assists for the first time this season but was able to record his 13th double-double, thanks to a team-high 11 rebounds. The forward is averaging a career-high 7.9 rebounds per game this season and has recorded double-digit rebounds in back-to-back contests. Butler has had a terrific season and is the only player in the NBA to average at least 21.0 points, 7.0 assists, 7.0 rebounds and 2.0 steals per game.

Butler tallied 21 points (7-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 15 rebounds and seven assists in 41 minutes during Sunday's 109-106 overtime loss to the Pacers.

The 31-year-old has been on an MVP-pace over his last eight games since returning from a two-game absence due to a knee injury. Over his last eight games, Butler is averaging 25.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, 6.7 assists, 2.5 steals while shooting 56 percent from the field. He should continue receiving heavy minutes with the Heat in a tight playoff race in the Eastern Conference.

Butler went for 17 points (6-10 FG, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and two steals across 32 minutes Friday in the loss to the Pacers.

Butler had topped the 20-point mark in eight straight prior to Friday's loss. Still, he's connected on greater than 50 percent of his shots in eight straight while collecting a steal in 15 straight. For the month of March, Butler is averaging 26.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, 6.7 assists and 2.9 steals while shooting 58.6 percent from the floor.

Butler had 24 points (10-20 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 89-85 loss at Memphis.

The 31-year-old played fairly well despite playing through an ankle sprain, but he didn't get much offensive help from his teammates, as the Heat sans Butler shot only 27.9 percent from the field. Butler entered Wednesday's contest averaging 28.2 points, 8.2 assists, 6.6 rebounds and 3.4 steals over the past five games, and he'll look to get Miami back in the win column Friday versus Indiana.

Butler (ankle) will start Wednesday against the Grizzlies.

The 31-year-old was considered questionable for Wednesday after suffering an ankle sprain during Tuesday's win over Cleveland, but he's good to go in Memphis. Butler is averaging 28.2 points, 8.2 assists, 6.6 rebounds, and 3.4 steals while shooting 60.5 percent from the field over the past five games.

Butler is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies due to a right ankle sprain.

Butler had a strong performance with 28 points and 12 rebounds over 32 minutes in Tuesday's win over Cleveland, but he apparently sustained an ankle injury that puts his status for Wednesday's game into jeopardy. If he's held out Wednesday, Max Strus and KZ Okpala should see increased run for the Heat.

Butler tallied 28 points (11-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and two steals across 32 minutes Tuesday in the Heat's 113-98 win over the Cavaliers.

The return of co-star Bam Adebayo (knee) from a four-game absence did little to slow down the red-hot Butler, who has scored no fewer than 27 points in any of his last seven games. As usual, the scoring production is coming with little three-point production, but he's shooting 57.5 percent from the field and 84.1 percent from the line (on 9.9 attempts per game) during that seven-game stretch while chipping in averages of 8.4 assists, 7.3 rebounds, 3.0 steals and 0.6 blocks. Fantasy managers that waited out Butler's 10-game absence in January due to COVID-19 protocols are reaping the benefits at the moment.

Butler registered 29 points (10-17 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 9-10 FT), nine assists, seven rebounds, five steals and a block across 36 minutes in Sunday's win over the Magic.

Butler carried the team on both ends of the court, as he paced the Heat in points, assists and steals while also pulling down a joint-high seven boards. Butler has been a stat-filling machine over the last few games, and he has scored at least 25 points in six games in a row while also averaging 6.5 rebounds, 9.2 assists and 3.2 steals per tilt in that span.

Butler notched 28 points (9-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 10-12 FT), eight assists, four steals, three rebounds and a block across 33 minutes in Friday's win at Chicago.

Butler filled the stat sheet for the second game in a row and ended just two assists shy of a double-double, as the versatile forward has been excelling as a playmaker of late. Butler has scored 25-plus points in five straight contests but has also dished out eight or more dimes in each of those games too, so his impact has been massive. Butler is averaging 28.8 points, 9.2 assists, 6.4 rebounds, 2.8 steals and 0.6 blocks per game over his last five appearances.

Butler totaled 27 points (9-17 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 8-13 FT), 11 assists, eight rebounds, three steals and a block across 36 minutes of Thursday's victory over the Magic.

Butler has been on a tear over his last four outings. He's logged three double-doubles while scoring no less than 27 points during that stretch. Butler's also shown off his defensive prowess, collecting 10 steals over that span. For the season, Butler is averaging career highs in both assists (8.0) and rebounds (7.6).

Butler compiled 29 points (10-14 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 8=9 FT), nine assists, three rebounds and three steals across 34 minutes in Thursday's 103-93 win over the Pelicans.

Butler shed his questionable tag from earlier in the day and crushed the Pelicans, who were without Zion Williamson. Butler same close to a double-double and capped off a superlative first half of the season. Heading into the break, Butler is on pace to beat his seasonal averages in both rebounds and assists and is also close to eclipsing his best scoring average over his 10-year career.

Butler (knee) is available for Thursday's game against the Pelicans, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler missed the past two games due to right knee inflammation, but he'll return to the court Thursday for Miami's final game before the All-Star break. It wouldn't be surprising to see him reclaim his spot in the starting five against New Orleans.

Butler (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game at New Orleans.

The 31-year-old has been sidelined the past two games by right knee inflammation, but he traveled with the team and could play Thursday. It's the final game before the All-Star break, so the team is likely to be cautious if there's any remaining concern for the injury. If unavailable against the Pelicans, Butler's next chance to take the court will come March 11 versus Orlando.

Butler (knee) has been ruled out of Tuesday's game against the Hawks, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

A sore right knee kept Butler out of Sunday's game against Atlanta, and he'll now miss a second straight contest. With the All-Star break nearing, Butler will have only one more chance to play (Thursday at New Orleans) before the Heat close out their first-half schedule. On Sunday, Miami started Goran Dragic and Kendrick Nunn in the backcourt with Duncan Robinson and Kelly Olynyk at the forward spots.

Butler (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Atlanta.

Swelling in his right knee kept Butler out of Sunday's win over Atlanta, but the hope is that he'll be able to return to action Tuesday for the Heat's second-to-last game before the All-Star break. Over his last 10 outings, Butler holds averages of 22.3 points, 9.1 assists, 8.8 rebounds and 1.7 steals in 35.3 minutes.

Butler (knee) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against Atlanta.

Swelling in his right knee will keep Butler sidelined Sunday, marking his first absence since Jan. 28. Butler has been on a tear over the last few weeks, averaging 22.3 points, 8.8 rebounds, 9.1 assists and 1.7 assists in his last 10 games. Tyler Herro, Andre Iguodala and Duncan Robinson could each see boosts in minutes Sunday in Butler's absence.

Butler (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Hawks.

Butler is dealing with inflammation in his right knee, which has his status uncertain for Sunday night's game. The 31-year-old hasn't missed a game since returning from COVID-19 in late January, which caused him to miss 10 games. If Butler is sidelined, Max Strus and Andre Iguodala could see increased workloads.

Butler went off for 33 points (12-22 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 9-11 FT), 10 rebounds, eight assists and one steal across 35 minutes of Friday's victory over the Jazz.

Butler has gone for double-doubles now in back-to-back outings to give him four for the month to go along with four triple-doubles. Additionally, he continues to contribute on the defensive side of the ball as well, collecting a steal in 13 of 14 games this month. He's also been outstanding at getting to the charity stripe, attempting 38 free throws (making 34) over his last four contests.

Butler scored 27 points (8-17 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 8-8 FT) to go along with 10 assists, eight rebounds, three steals and one block in Miami's 116-108 victory over Toronto on Wednesday.

Butler continued his phenomenal play in February by recording another double-double. It was a quiet scoring night for the forward until the fourth quarter where he scored 14 points, including two made threes. Butler hadn't converted on multiple threes in a game all season, so it was encouraging to see the five-time All-Star be able to stretch the defense a bit.

Butler provided 15 points (3-11 FG, 9-9 FT), nine assists, four rebounds, a steal and a blocked shot across 29 minutes in Monday's 108-94 win over the Thunder.

Although Butler distinguished himself with nine assists, it was an otherwise mediocre night, and his supporting cast overshadowed him in the lopsided win. Despite the poor night of shooting, Butler's a nightly double-double threat and enjoying an excellent February. Over 11 games this month, he's averaging 20.3 points, 9.2 rebounds and 8.7 assists.

Butler produced 24 points (8-20 FG, 8-10 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and two steals across 34 minutes in Saturday's 96-94 win over the Lakers.

Although the Laker defense managed to end Butler's triple-doubles streak, he still turned in a substantial performance. LeBron James kept the pressure on, but Butler overcame his 12 missed shots with apt defensive play iff the glass.

Butler netted 13 points (6-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, 13 assists and a steal across 35 minutes in Thursday's 118-110 win over the Kings.

Butler continues to make things look easy. Since his return from injury, Butler's played lights out as he almost single-handedly tries to bring Miami back from the brink. Over the past 10 games, his averages have flirted with triple-double numbers (21.6 points, nine assists and 8,6 rebounds), and his play has yielded improvement to his supporting cast. Bam Adebayo joined him with a triple-double of his own in the win.

Butler had 13 points (6-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, 11 assists and three steals in Wednesday night's overtime loss to Golden State.

Two nights after going for 30 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists against the Clippers, Butler followed up with his third triple-double in the last four games. He did commit five turnovers, however, and Butler failed to generate a single free throw for the first time since Christmas Day.

Butler totaled 30 points (10-19 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 10-10 FT), 10 rebounds, 10 assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Monday's 125-118 loss to the Clippers.

Butler did everything he could for his team on Monday but it was not enough as they fell to a vastly understrength Clippers outfit. The result was not what the team was after, although from a fantasy perspective, those with shares in Butler have to be thrilled with his production. He has been the 16th ranked player in standard leagues thus far this season and there is no reason to think he will slip outside of the second round anytime soon.

Butler produced 15 points (3-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 8-12 FG), eight rebounds, five assists and three steals across 32 minutes in Saturday's 112-94 loss to the Jazz.

Butler's shot went cold after a masterful triple-double against Houston, but his appearances at the charity stripe and a collection of numbers in secondary categories helped salvage his fantasy totals. It's a bit of a dip for Butler after racking up four straight wins. During that streak, he came close to averaging a triple double with 21 points, nine rebounds and 9.5 assists.

Butler collected 27 points (8-18 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 10 rebounds and 10 assists in a 101-94 victory over the Rockets on Thursday.

Butler recorded his first triple-double of the season. The forward led all scorers with 15 in the first half before becoming more of a distributor in the second half, where he recorded seven of his 10 assists. The five-time All-Star has really been stuffing the stat sheet with five straight games with 14 or more points, eight or more assists and eight or more rebounds.

Butler scored 26 points (6-15 FG,1-2 3Pt, 13-15 FT) to go along with eight rebounds, 10 assists, one steal and one block across 36 minutes in Tuesday's win over the Knicks.

Butler struggled from the field, missing several shots from the paint. However, he made up for that with a stellar performance from the free-throw line -- both in terms of volume and efficiency. Butler also continued to stuff the stat sheet, as he's averaged 8.3 assists, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.7 steals across his last six games.

Butler (foot) is available Sunday against the Knicks, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

The 31-year-old was considered probable with a left foot contusion, so it's not much of a surprise he'll be suiting up Sunday in New York. Butler is averaging 22.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 7.8 assists and 2.0 steals over 33.5 minutes in four games since missing three weeks in January due to the COVID-19 protocols.

Butler is listed as probable for Monday's matchup with the Knicks due to a left foot contusion, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler presumably bruised his foot in Saturday's victory over the Wizards. However, his probable designation makes it seem like nothing too serious. Still, confirmation on his status will presumably come closer to tip-off. The veteran wing has averaged 22.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, 7.8 assists and 2.0 steals across 33.4 minutes in his previous four games after returning from a lengthy absence.

Butler posted 14 points (4-7 FG, 6-8 FT), nine assists, eight rebounds, three steals and a block across 26 minutes in Friday's win over the Wizards.

Butler might have posted his lowest scoring output since returning from a 10-game absence between Jan. 12 and Jan. 28, but he's been a stat-stuffing machine during that four-game stretch. Butler is averaging 22.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 7.8 assists per game during his last four contests.

Butler notched 19 points (5-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 9-11 FT), nine assists, eight rebounds and a steal across 37 minutes in Wednesday's loss against the Wizards.

Butler ended just one assist and two boards shy of recording yet another triple-double, though he's yet to accomplish that goal in the current campaign. Butler has ended two rebounds and/or two assists -- or fewer -- away from double-doubles four times already, so the production is there but the consistency is not at times. Butler has returned to action with a chip on his shoulder, though, averaging 24.7 points, 8.0 rebounds and 7.3 assists per game in his first three contests following a 10-game absence last month.

Butler scored 25 points (9-17 FG, 0-3 3Pt. 7-10 FT) while adding nine rebounds, six assists and four steals in 37 minutes during Monday's 129-121 overtime loss to the Hornets.

The 31-year-old nearly recorded his second double-double of the season and led the Heat in scoring in his second game back after clearing the league's COVID-19 protocols. Butler has looked well rested after missing most of January, and he could be poised for a hot streak as a result.

Butler delivered 30 points (8-19 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 14-16 FT), eight assists and seven rebounds across 34 minutes in Saturday's win over the Kings.

Butler might have struggled from the field in this one, but he made a season-high 14 free throws -- that tally accounted for nearly half of his 30-point output. The shooting woes shouldn't be much of a concern, as this was Butler's first game since Jan. 9 due to a 10-game absence, but the fact that he posted a season-high mark in points upon his return after spending nearly three weeks without playing is encouraging for his fantasy prospects going forward -- especially if he can establish himself as the Heat's go-to scoring threat.

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) will play without a minutes restriction Saturday against the Kings.

According to coach Erik Spoelstra, Butler has "worked extremely hard behind the scenes," so some of Butler's absences may have been to work up his conditioning. Butler's return without restriction is great news for fantasy managers in both season-long leagues and DFS>

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) will play Saturday against the Kings, Casey Holdahl of the Trail Blazers' official site reports.

Butler has missed the last 10 games while going through health and safety protocols. We shouldn't be surprised if he sees fewer minutes than usual given such a long layoff. His return will likely result in reduced roles for Kendrick Nunn and KZ Okpala.

The heat are optomistic that Butler (COVID-19 protocol) can return for Saturday's matchup with the Kings, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has been sidelined for the Heats' previous ten games. Unsurprsingly, the team has struggled during his absence, which certainly leaves them hopeful for a return. Still, should he ultimately get the green light, look for the team to err on the side of caution with his workload.

Butler (COVID-19 protocol) has been deemed questionable for Saturday's game against the Kings, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has recently begun ramping up his conditioning after clearing COVID-19 protocols but remains a question mark for Saturday's contest. Look for confirmation of the star forward's status to arrive on game day.

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) will not play Thursday against the Clippers.

There was some hope that Butler would receive clearance to make his long-awaited return Thursday night, but he'll have to wait at least one more game. The All-Star's next opportunity to play will come Saturday against Sacramento.

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Clippers.

Butler has officially cleared the league's health and safety protocols, and the next step for him is to ramp up his conditioning. If the Heat determine Butler's conditioning is up to standard, he could play as soon as Thursday.

Butler has cleared the COVID-19 protocols and is going through conditioning work this week, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

The 31-year-old hasn't played a game since Jan. 9 due to the NBA's health and safety protocols, but his return to the court appears to be on the horizon. Butler is inactive Wednesday against the Nuggets and seems likely to be out again Thursday, but it's solid progress that he's able to join his teammates on the bench. He figures to have a limited workload upon his return due to what is nearing a three-week absence.

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

The 31-year-old was expected to clear the NBA's health and safety protocols Monday, but he'll still be sidelined for his ninth straight contest. Butler hasn't seen game action since Jan. 9 and will likely need to ramp up his conditioning once cleared to retake the court.

The Heat anticipate that Butler will clear the NBA's health and safety protocol Monday, with his return to game action thereafter to be determined by his conditioning, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler didn't accompany the Heat to Brooklyn for its two-game set with the Nets that began over the weekend, so he can still be ruled out for Monday's contest. That said, Butler looks like he could make his return to action as soon as Wednesday's home date with the Nuggets, provided the 31-year-old is cleared to rejoin the team as expected and doesn't require an extended time to get back into playing shape after a two-and-a-half week layoff. Butler's uncertain situation will create a tough lineup decision for his fantasy managers in weekly leagues. He could play up to three games this week if given the green light for Wednesday, but he would be a much less attractive lineup option if he plays two games or fewer in the event the Heat prefer to ease him back in.

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) won't play in the team's next two games against Brooklyn, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has missed six consecutive games due to COVID-19 protocols, and he didn't travel with the team for its road trip against Brooklyn. Kendrick Nunn should continue to see increased usage in Butler's absence.

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) is out Friday against the Raptors, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler will miss a sixth straight game due to COVID-19 protocols, and it's unclear when he'll be back. In the meantime, Kendrick Nunn should continue seeing extra run.

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) is listed as out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Butler will miss his fifth contest in a row as he's still in the league's health and safety protocols. The 31-year-old's next chance to play will come Friday against the Raptors.

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) will remain out for Monday's game against the Pistons, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler will be sidelined for the fourth game in a row due to health and safety protocols. Butler is joined by Avery Bradley (protocols) and Meyers Leonard (shoulder) on the sideline for Miami.

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) remains out Saturday against the Pistons, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler remains in health and safety protocols and will miss a third straight game. The Heat's injury report is extensive, so keep an eye on things before tipoff.

Butler (COVID-19 protocols) will remain out for Thursday's game against the 76ers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

All of the Heat's players currently in the league's health and safety protocols will remain out Thursday, meaning the team will be extremely shorthanded for both matchups in Philadelphia. It's possible Butler could return for Saturday's home game against Detroit.

Butler has been ruled out for Tuesday's game due to the NBA's health and safety protocols, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

The completion of contact tracing following Sunday's postponement has eight Miami players out due to the COVID-19 protocols. Butler may end up missing multiple games beyond Tuesday's contest.

Butler and the Heat won't play the Celtics on Sunday since the game was postponed due to COVID-19 protocols, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Both teams are dealing with COVID-19 issues, but it's the Heat that apparently don't have the mandatory minimum of eight players due to an inconclusive test result, leading to the postponement. Miami's next scheduled game is at Philadelphia on Tuesday.

Butler recorded 26 points (10-18 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 10 rebounds, nine assists, two steals and one block in a 128-124 away win Saturday against the Wizards.

Butler seemed unlikely to record a triple-double after entering halftime with two assists. He not only came close but also earned double figures in rebounds for the first time since last year's NBA Finals. Butler seemed to slow down afterward mostly because of a right ankle injury. Fortunately, he averaged 23.3 points and 7.0 rebounds in his past three games.

Butler had 26 points (9-19 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 8-9 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and three blocks during Wednesday's loss to the Celtics.

Butler has had a rather sluggish start to this season but got back in motion Wednesday. Though the team is currently 3-4, Butler's 26 points and eight rebounds marked season highs. This is promising news considering Miami begins a four-game road trip against Washington on Saturday.

Butler recorded 18 points (6-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT) while adding three rebounds, six assists and a steal across 26 minutes in Monday's 118-90 win over the Thunder.

Butler is enduring a tough start to the season, missing two games due to an ankle injury and scoring less than five points in two of his first three appearances before breaking out here. The versatile forward should turn things around as long as he remains healthy, though, so there shouldn't be many concerns regarding his upside going forward now that the ankle problems are a thing of the past.

Butler recorded two points (0-6 FG, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals in 27 minutes in the 93-83 loss to Dallas on Friday.

Butler was rendered useless in his return during the loss Friday. After sitting out the last two matches due to his nagging ankle injury, the forward had one of his worst shooting performances in his career. Butler could not find a single shot on the floor, but did go for two from the line. He did also add a few stat fillers, but otherwise, it was a very underwhelming night for the veteran. Although, this is not a typical performance and he should bounce back against Oklahoma City on Monday.

Butler (ankle) is playing and starting Friday against the Mavericks.

Butler sat out the two-game series against the Bucks due to right ankle soreness, and he's back in action Friday. Dallas has struggled on defense to start the year, so this could be a good opportunity for Butler to have a strong performance.

Butler (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against the Mavericks, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

After missing the past two games due to right ankle soreness, Butler will likely be back in the lineup Friday. As a result, Avery Bradley will presumably head back to the bench.

Butler (ankle) will remain out for Wednesday's rematch against the Bucks.

Butler was held out of Tuesday night's drubbing, and he'll sit out again on the second night of a back-to-back. Butler's ankle injury dates back to Christmas Day against the Pelicans, when he exited the game early and was held to just 16 minutes. Butler should be considered day-to-day in advance of Friday's game in Dallas.

Butler (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The 31-year-old was considered doubtful to play Tuesday, so it was only a matter of time before he was officially deemed unavailable. Butler's availability for the second half of the back-to-back set Wednesday remains up in the air. Andre Iguodala and Maurice Harkless could see increased minutes while Butler is sidelined.

Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra said Butler (ankle) is doubtful to play in Tuesday's game against the Bucks, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports.

Spoelstra's comments imply that Butler's removal from the Heat's Christmas Day win over the Pelicans wasn't merely a precaution, as he'll now on track to be sidelined four days later. With the Heat playing only three games this week and Butler now poised to miss at least one of them, fantasy managers in shallower leagues will likely want to keep him on their bench. Miami will likely take a day-to-day approach with Butler while he battles right ankle stiffness, an injury he first picked up in the Dec. 23 season opener versus the Magic.

The Heat announced Butler won't return to Friday's game against the Pelicans due to right ankle stiffness.

Butler had been listed as questionable leading into the Christmas Day game with the ankle injury and ultimately cleared to play, but after the Heat re-evaluated him during halftime, the decision was made to shut him down for the day. He'll finish the game with four points (2-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt), six rebounds, five assists and one steal across 16 minutes. The Heat are off the schedule until Tuesday against the Bucks, giving Butler a few days to try and move past the injury.

Butler (ankle) will be available for Friday's game against the Pelicans, Ira Winderman of the Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was questionable coming in due to a sore ankle, but there was never much doubt that he'd be available. Butler and the Heat will look to bounce back after falling to Orlando on opening night.

Butler (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Butler apparently tweaked his right ankle during Wednesday's opener, so the Heat will wait to see how it responds before officially making a decision on his status.

Butler (rest) will not play in Friday's preseason finale against the Raptors, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The veteran will end up sitting out the whole preseason, which is unsurprising given that he was playing in the NBA Finals just two months ago. There's nothing to indicate Butler won't be ready for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Magic.

Butler (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Monday's preseason game against the Pelicans, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

No reason has been given for his absence, but Butler won't be available for Monday's preseason opener. Given the NBA Finals ended only about two months ago, the Heat may simply be providing additional rest for some players, as Goran Dragic and Andre Iguodala are also sitting out for unspecified reasons.

Butler went for 12 points (5-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-3 FT), eight assists, seven rebounds and a block in 45 minutes during Sunday's 106-93 loss against the Lakers in Game 6 of the 2020 NBA Finals.

Butler was unable to have the same impact he had in Game 5, where he finished with a triple-double, although the star forward was Miami's most impactful player during the Finals. In fact, he paced the Heat in points (22.2), assists (6.0) and steals (2.0) per game during the team's entire playoff run.

Butler posted 22 points (8-17 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 10 rebounds, nine assists, three steals and a block in 43 minutes during Tuesday's 102-96 loss against the Lakers in Game 4 of the 2020 NBA Finals.

Butler was coming off a 40-point triple-double in Game 3, but the star forward has sniffed that feat in each of the last three games -- he ended two boards shy of accomplishing that feat in Game 2, and just one dime away from doing it Tuesday. Butler has embraced a bigger responsibility in the playmaking department with Goran Dragic (foot) sidelined and that should be the case once again in Game 5, where he should be a strong bet to post another stat-stuffing performance given his high usage percentage during the current series.

Butler had 40 points (14-20 FG, 12-14 FT), 13 assists, 11 rebounds, two steals and two blocks in Sunday's Game 3 win over the Lakers.

In a game the Heat controlled from start to finish, Butler was far and away the best player on the floor. Butler hit a game-high 14 field goals, many of which came on drives to the rim as the Lakers refused to send a double-team. Butler out-dueled LeBron James down the stretch, scoring 10 points and helping force a number of difficult looks on the defensive end. Butler's 13 assists matched his total from Game 2, and he now has 31 total assists for the series.

Butler registered 25 points (7-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 11-12 FT), 13 assists, eight rebounds and a steal in 45 minutes during Friday's 124-114 loss against the Lakers in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.

Butler suffered what appeared to be a nasty ankle sprain in Game 1, but that didn't stop him from logging 45 minutes in Game 2 while finishing just two rebounds away from what would've been his first triple-double of the current postseason run. Butler assumed most of the playmaking duties with Goran Dragic (foot) out and that's likely to continue in Game 3 if the Slovenian is out, which might result in an increase of his playmaking figures but a potential reduction of his scoring numbers, even if that wasn't the case Friday.

Butler (ankle) said he will play during Friday's Game 2 against the Lakers, Mirjam Swanson of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Butler suffered what appeared to be a significant ankle injury during Game 1, which he had wrapped during Thursday's media availability. However, Butler noted that he'll be playing in Game 2. His presence is especially important since Goran Dragic (foot) and Bam Adebayo (shoulder) both also suffered injuries and are doubtful for Friday.

Butler had 23 points (8-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five assists, two rebounds and two steals in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 116-98 Game 1 loss to the Lakers.

Butler suffered a sprained ankle as time wound down to end the first half, although he was able to return to the court. As well as Butler's injury, the Heat also lost Goran Dragic (foot) and Bam Adebayo (shoulder) and so the result of this one was never really in doubt. There has been no indication as to the availability of all three players ahead of Game 2 on Friday. Based on the reporting thus far, they should be considered questionable at best.

Butler finished with 17 points (5-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 7-8 FT), eight assists, eight rebounds, one steal and one block in 36 minutes during Friday's 121-108 Game 5 loss to the Celtics.

Butler had a strong Game 5, scoring efficiently while stuffing the stat sheet, collecting at least eight rebounds for a third straight contest. In the series, he's now averaging 18.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 2.4 combined steals-plus-blocks.

Butler registered 24 points (8-20 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 8-9 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, a steal and a block in 39 minutes during Wednesday's Game 4 win over the Celtics.

Butler surpassed the 20-point plateau for the first time in his last six playoff games, but he continues to be a non-factor from deep -- he is making just 33.3 percent of his treys during that six-game stretch despite averaging 18.2 points per contest. Butler is hitting 44 percent of his treys during the current playoff run and continues to be Miami's top offensive threat, but he would boost his value if he can shot the rock with a bit more accuracy going forward.

Butler registered 20 points (7-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), five rebounds, five assists and two steals in 43 minutes during Tuesday's Game 1 overtime win over the Celtics.

Butler is yet to surpass the 20-point plateau in any of his last three games -- something he did four times in his first seven playoff contests -- but he is also providing enough value with his contributions across the board, as he has recorded at least five rebounds and/or at least five assists in each of his last five playoff contests. His ability to stuff the stat sheet while scoring at a high level makes him a valuable fantasy option regardless of the format. For what is worth, Butler is averaging 21.6 points per game, which is a step forward compared to the 19.9 points per game he averaged during the regular season.

Butler finished with 17 points (4-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 10 boards, six assists, and one steal in 37 minutes of a 103-94 win against Miami on Tuesday.

Butler was efficient in his series-clinching effort, doing most of his damage by getting to the line and then making his free throws. Miami fell behind in the first quarter before a Butler lead his team on a strong run in the second to take control of the game. Butler looks like he's finally unlocking his full potential as he's now lead Miami to the Eastern Conference Finals.

Butler finished with 17 points (6-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 5 boards, 2 assists, and 2 steals, in 39 minutes of a 118-115 overtime loss to Milwaukee on Sunday.

Butler saw his hot shooting cool off against the Bucks in Game 4 and he wasn't able to get to the line as often in a game where the Bucks' backs was against the wall. Butler had been the focal point of the Heat's offense, providing the energy to propel them to a 3-0 series lead, but he faded into the background in the game-four loss. He'll try to bounce back in Tuesday's Game-5.

Butler finished with 30 points (7-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 14-19 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and a steal in 35 minutes during Friday's Game 3 win over the Bucks.

Butler scored 17 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter, and he played a key role in Miami outscoring the Bucks 40-13 in the final 12 minutes of action. Butler has been the engine of the Heat on both sides of the floor during the current series, averaging 27.7 points, 4.7 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game in the first three contests of the current Eastern Conference semifinals.

Butler had 13 points (3-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 7-8 FT) and six assists in Wednesday's Game 2 win over the Bucks.

Butler was considerably quieter in Game 2 after he put up 40 in the Heat's Game 1 victory, but he continues to set the tone for Miami on both ends of the floor. Butler led the team in minutes (36) and added three steals to his final line.

Butler finished with 40 points (13-20 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 12-13 FT), four rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block in 36 minutes during Monday's 115-104 victory over the Bucks.

Butler went to another level in the victory, scoring 27 of his 40 points in the second half. It was a playoff career-high for Butler, many of which came from his mid-range game. Philadelphia fans have to be wondering where this was last season, although it just goes to show how much a solid organization can have on a players mindset and subsequent productivity. Butler and the Heat will look to extend their series lead in Game 2 on Wednesday.

Butler (shoulder) is returning to Monday's Game 4 against the Pacers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler went down with a left shoulder injury during the first quarter of Monday's playoff contest but is back on the court to start the second half. The Marquette product went scoreless before injuring his shoulder early in the first quarter.

Butler is questionable to return to Monday's Game 4 against Indiana due to a left shoulder strain.

Butler apparently suffered the injury during the first quarter, as the forward logged six minuets and went 0-of-2 from the floor before his early exit. Andre Iguodala will likely see most of the minutes while Butler remains on the sidelines.

Butler went for 28 points (8-15 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 10-12 FT), four assists, four steals, three rebounds and two blocks in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 113-101 Game 1 win over the Pacers.

Butler got some much-needed rest in the regular season finale against the Pacers, and the star forward looked fresh and active on both ends of the court in this playoff opener. Butler is a good bet to fill the stat sheet on any given game, and the veteran small forward should remain a key contributor for the Heat on both ends of the court during the team's entire playoff run.

Butler (foot) is not on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's Game 1 against Indiana.

As expected, Butler will return to action for Game 1 after he was held out of the team's final seeding game Friday. Miami was careful with Butler's workload throughout seeding play, especially after soreness in his right foot caused him to miss three straight games between Aug. 6 and Aug. 8.

Butler (foot) is out Friday against the Pacers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler, who has been dealing with a sore foot, will take a seat for the Heat's seeding game finale against their upcoming playoff opponent, the Pacers. Plenty of other key players for Miami are unavailable, so coach Erik Spoelstra will be leaning heavily on his deep bench.

Butler compiled 19 points (5-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 9-11 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists, four steals and a blocked shot across 28 minutes in Monday's 115-92 win over the Pacers.

Butler's long-term memory appeared to be crystal-clear on Monday. He completely stifled T.J. Warren, holding him to only 12 points in what can only be described as a continuation of the grudge match back in January that resulted in a double technical and an ejection. Miami's efficiency and production jump up considerably when their marquee guy is healthy, and with one more win, the Heat will clinch the fourth seed.

Butler (foot) remains on track to play in Monday's game against Indiana, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.

Butler went through practice on Sunday and, while he's still listed as questionable, all signs are pointing toward the All-Star wing returning to action after a pair of missed games due to a sore foot. If that is, indeed, the case, Butler will be set for a rematch against the Pacers, with whom he had a contentious episode during their last meeting back in January. In that game, Butler had several confrontations with T.J. Warren, who was eventually ejected for directing a profane gesture toward Butler.

Butler (foot) is on course to play Monday against the Pacers, Mark Stein of The New York Times reports.

The 30-year-old missed Saturday's loss to the Suns, but he said after the game he expects to play Monday. Butler has been battling right foot soreness, but it appears his absence could end at three games.

Butler (foot) is out Saturday against the Suns, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will miss his third straight game Saturday due to right foot soreness. In his absence, Duncan Robinson, Andre Iguodala, Kendrick Nunn and Tyler Herro are all candidates to continue seeing increased usage.

Butler (foot) will not play Thursday against the Bucks.

Butler's designation has changed from ankle soreness to foot soreness but, ultimately, he'll still be sidelined against the Bucks. In his absence, we could see more minutes out of Tyler Herro, Andre Iguodala, Kendrick Nunn and Derrick Jones.

Butler has been ruled out of Tuesday's game against Boston due to a sore right ankle, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Butler wasn't even listed on the Heat's initial injury report, but he's now been scratched from the lineup about an hour before tip-off. It's unclear when, exactly, the injury occurred, but the Heat won't take any chances as they play on the second night of a back-to-back set. In Monday's loss to Toronto, Butler went for 16 points, seven rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks in 33 minutes.

Butler had 16 points (4-9 FG, 8-8 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks in Monday's loss to Toronto.

Butler only put up nine shot attempts, but he was able to get to the line eight times, which accounted for half of Miami's total as a team. Through two games, Butler is now 18-of-19 at the free throw line.

Butler is not listed on the Heat's injury report ahead of Monday's game versus Toronto.

Butler was held out of practice on Sunday, but his absence looks to be nothing of real concern. Expect the Heat's star to be in the starting lineup at his usual spot Monday afternoon.

Bulter is not practicing with the Heat on Sunday due to an undisclosed reason, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

It's currently unknown as to why Butler isn't with the Heat for practice Sunday, as he was granted an excused absence from the team. The Marquette product still remains in the NBA bubble however, which is a good indicator that he could possibly be available for the Heat's next contest against the Raptors on Monday.

Butler posted 22 points (6-11 FG, 10-11 FT), seven assists, four rebounds and three steals in 29 minutes during Saturday's victory over the Nuggets.

Butler looked to be in mid-season form during the restart opener, forcing his way to the free-throw line, getting his teammates involved and playing effective defense. Saturday's effort marked the fourth time this season that Butler has made double-digit free-throws and gotten at least three steals.

Butler had 18 points (4-5 FG, 1-1 3PT, 9-10 FT) and seven assists in Tuesday's scrimmage against Memphis.

After sitting out the previous scrimmage, Butler returned for one final tune-up and put up a team-high 18 points in just 22 minuets. He got to the line 10 times, and also added two rebounds to his final line.

Butler will not scrimmage Saturday against the Jazz, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

The reason for Butler's absence isn't clear, though it could just be a day off. Tyler Herro and Derrick Jones could see increased run as a result.

Butler (toe) is out for Wednesday's contest against the Hornets.

Butler suffered a toe injury Sunday and failed to practice Tuesday, so it's not especially surprising that he's unavailable for Wednesday's game, which projects as winnable even without him. In his absence, Goran Dragic and Kendrick Nunn may take on extra playmaking responsibilities, while Andre Iguodala, Jae Crowder and Derrick Jones could see more minutes on the wing.

Butler (toe) did not practice Tuesday, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler was said to be "feeling better", but he did not participate in Tuesday's session, which could foreshadow another absence Wednesday against Charlotte. Butler initially suffered the toe injury during Sunday's game against Washington.

Butler left Sunday's game against the Wizards with a left toe injury and did not return, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

The injury limited Butler to 24 minutes before he departed for good in the fourth quarter. Butler finished with just nine points (2-4 FG, 5-6 FT) and one steal. Consider him day-to-day until the Heat, who play next on Wednesday against Charlotte, say otherwise.

Butler scored 28 points (8-17 FG, 12-14 FT), while adding eight rebounds, six assists and three steals in 37 minutes during Friday's 110-104 loss to the Pelicans.

Butler had 17 of Miami's 51 points at halftime, as they nearly clawed their way back from a 15-point deficit. As an extrapolation of Friday's box score, Butler is attempting his fewest threes per game since the 2012 season, but is earning a career-best 9.0 free throws a night.

Butler racked up 12 points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-6 FT), eight assists, seven rebounds and two steals in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 116-113 win over the Magic.

Butler has hit the 20-point threshold just once since returning to action following a two-game absence last month, but he has made up for his lack of scoring -- according to his standards -- with averages of 7.0 assists and 5.6 rebounds during that five-game stretch. Up next there's a visit to New Orleans on Friday.

Butler finished with 18 points (7-14 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six boards, seven assists, and one steal in 35 minutes against the Bucks on Monday.

Butler put up a solid all-around effort in his team's impressive win against the Bucks, justifying why the Heat brought him to Miami this off-season. He managed to shoot 50 percent from the field against a tough interior defense and lead his team in assists. He'll face the Magic on Wednesday.

Butler registered 26 points (8-14 FG, 10-12 FT), five rebounds, three assists and a block across 33 minutes in Friday's 126-118 win against the Mavericks.

The All-Star guard once again succeeded in attacking the basket by shooting 5-of-8 in the paint and 3-of-6 from mid-range. In his last three home games, Jimmy Buckets has averaged 27.3 points while shooting 59.1 percent from the field and 90.3 percent from the free-throw line.

Butler had 18 points (4-10 FG, 10-11 FT), nine assists, four rebounds and two blocks in Wednesday's loss to Minnesota.

In his return from a two game absence, Butler was back in the starting lineup, and he played 35 minutes. Butler's 10 shot attempts were his fewest since Feb. 5, though he was able to get to the line 11 times -- his most in nearly a calendar month.

Butler (personal) will be available for Wednesday's game against Minnesota, Chris Hine of the Star Tribune reports.

Butler missed the last two games with an undisclosed personal issue, but he's been removed from the injury report and should be back in the starting lineup. In his only appearance since the All-Star break, Butler had 17 points, nine assists, eight rebounds and two steals in a win over Atlanta on Feb. 20.

Butler (personal) is questionable for Wednesday's contest against Minnesota, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has missed the last two games while tending to a personal matter, but there's optimism that the forward will be able to return for Wednesday's matchup. Combined with a previous shoulder injury, the Marquette product has been absent for four of the past seven contests. Derrick Jones will presumably start once again if Butler can't return Wednesday.

Butler (personal) has been ruled out for Monday's game at Cleveland, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler will be sidelined for the second straight contest due to the personal issue. Tyler Herro (foot) also remains sidelined, which leaves plenty of backcourt work for Kendrick Nunn, Goran Dragic, Andre Iguodala and Duncan Robinson.

Butler will not play in Saturday's matchup with the Cavaliers due to personal reasons. Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler's absence is unexpected and his next opportunity to suit up will now come Monday against the Cavaliers. In the meantime, Goran Dragic could see some more time handling the ball, while Derrick Jones and Andre Iguodala could also see some extra run.

Butler put up 17 points (6-18 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), nine assists, eight rebounds, two steals and one block in 34 minutes during Thursday's loss to the Hawks.

After a quiet All-Star game performance in which he tallied just four points in 13 minutes off the bench, Butler showed no signs of post-break lag in this one. Over his last month of play, the 30-year old has accumulated just 0.3 triples per game, but has otherwise looked like his typical dominant self, posting first-round value in nine-category leagues.

Butler posted 25 points (10-21 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds and one assist in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 116-101 loss to the Jazz.

Butler led the Heat in scoring with a relatively efficient 25 points, but it wasn't enough to secure the victory. It was also a rare game for Butler with no defensive stats and only one assist. Wednesday marked just the sixth time this season Butler has recorded zero steals and zero blocks, but each of those prior instances also included at least four assists.

Butler (shoulder) chipped in with 21 points (9-15 FG, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, four steals and one block in 33 minutes during Monday's 113-101 win at Golden State.

The veteran small forward returned after a two-game absence and looked impressive, notching his first double-double since Jan. 22 but sixth since the beginning of 2020. Butler is making things happen at both ends of the court of late, as he has topped the 20-point mark four times in his last five outings while averaging 6.2 boards, 3.8 assists and 2.2 steals per game during that stretch.

Butler (shoulder) will play Monday against Golden State.

Butler went through pregame warmups and has since been given the green light to take the floor. The Marquette product will make his return following a brief two-game absence due to a right shoulder strain.

Butler (shoulder) is questionable for Monday's game against the Warriors.

Butler has missed the past two games due to a shoulder injury, though it sounds like he could return for Monday's game in Golden State if everything checks out OK during warmups. In his last five appearances prior to getting injured, Butler posted averages of 22.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.6 steals in 31.0 minutes.

Butler (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Portland.

Coach Erik Spoelstra said Saturday that Butler was considered doubtful to play Sunday, but he was downgraded to out on the official injury report. Butler should be considered questionable for the second half of the back-to-back set Monday at Golden State.

Coach Erik Spoelstra said Butler (shoulder) is doubtful to play Sunday at Portland.

The 30-year-old sat out Friday's loss to the Kings and didn't practice Saturday, putting him on track to miss his second consecutive contest. Tyler Herro (ankle) is also expected to be unavailable, but the Heat will have improved depth with trade acquisitions Jae Crowder, Andre Iguodala and Solomon Hill set to make their team debuts.

Butler (shoulder) had an MRI come back clean but won't play Friday at Sacramento, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The 30-year-old was considered doubtful so it's no surprise to see him unavailable, but the MRI result at least brings some good news. Regardless, coach Erik Spoelstra said there's no guarantee Butler retakes the court during the current road trip, in which case he wouldn't return until after the All-Star break.

Butler (shoulder) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Kings, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler was set to undergo an MRI on his shoulder Thursday, and while the results are still unknown, the team is deeming him doubtful. With Tyler Herro (ankle) also out, Kendrick Nunn and Goran Dragic could start in the backcourt for Miami on Friday.

Butler is scheduled to undergo an MRI on his right shoulder Thursday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler strained his shoulder during Wednesday's win over the Clippers, and while those close to the star say the injury isn't thought to be anything serious, the team wants to send him for additional tests to be sure. His status for Friday's game against the Kings should come into focus once his test results are known.

Butler was diagnosed with a right shoulder strain and won't return to Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Th 30-year-old exited during the third quarter and won't end up retaking the court, finishing the contest with 11 points, seven assists and five rebounds in 25 minutes. The severity of the injury remains unclear, leaving Butler's availability for Friday's game at Sacramento up in the air.

Butler exited Wednesday's game against the Clippers during the third quarter after appearing to sustain a right shoulder injury, Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press reports.

Official details on Butler's injury are sparse, though it appears to be related to his right shoulder or arm. As the team hasn't clarified his status, he can tentatively be considered questionable to return. Prior to his exit, Butler had accumulated 11 points (3-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-7 FT), seven assists and five rebounds in 25 minutes of play.

Butler exploded for 38 points (14-20 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 8-8 FT), seven rebounds, three steals and two assists in 29 minutes during Monday's 137-106 win over the 76ers.

Butler was absolutely unstoppable, scoring from all over the floor and finishing with nearly twice as many points as field-goal attempts. He took it to his most recent former team, and Butler will look to build on this performance heading into Wednesday's matchup versus the Clippers.

Butler scored 20 points (5-14 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 10-12 FT) and added six rebounds, two assists and three steals in 36 minutes during Tuesday's 109-101 loss to Boston.

It was a down night from Butler in terms of assists and 3-pointers, but Tuesday marked his third 20-point game in his last four. He had failed to score more than 16 in three games prior to sitting out Jan. 20, but it appears the rest rejuvenated the 30-year-old.

Butler scored 19 points (7-11 FG, 5-5 FT) while adding seven assists, three rebounds, a steal and a block in 30 minutes during Monday's 113-92 win over the Magic.

The 30-year-old continues to be the engine that powers the surprising Heat, who are currently tied for second in the Eastern Conference with the Raptors. Butler has scored in double digits in 10 straight games, averaging 20.0 points, 7.2 boards, 6.3 assists and 1.1 steals over that stretch.

Butler (ankle) is starting Monday against the Magic.

Butler sprained his ankle during Friday's loss to the Clippers, but he's been cleared to play Monday after getting through warmups with no issues. Over 10 games this month, Butler is averaging 18.9 points, 8.1 rebounds, 6.3 assists and 1.2 steals in 33.3 minutes.

Butler (ankle) is considered questionable for Monday's game against the Magic, Andre Fernandez of The Athletic reports.

The 30-year-old entered Friday's game against the Clippers nursing a sore knee but ended up sustaining the right ankle sprain and was unable to return. The Heat are dealing with a multitude of injuries as Goran Dragic (calf) and Kendrick Nunn (Achilles) are also questionable while Bam Adebayo (ankle) is probable.

Butler won't return to Friday's game against the Clippers due to a right ankle sprain.

Butler is done for the night, though the extent of his injury is unknown at this time. It remains to be seen whether he'll be available to play Monday against the Magic.

Butler went to the locker room after appearing to turn his ankle during Friday's game against the Clippers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Butler has had a rough night, as this is the second time he's tweaked his ankle, and he was also sent to the bench after being poked in the eye during the first half. It remains to be seen if Butler will be able to return to Friday's action.

Butler (knee) will play Friday against the Clippers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler will fight through knee soreness to play Friday. In January, he's averaging 18.8 points, 8.1 rebounds, 6.2 assists and 1.3 steals in 33.7 minutes.

Butler is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers with right knee soreness, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler missed a game earlier in the week due to right hip soreness, but this time it's his knee that has his status for Friday's game in jeopardy. The Heat will likely wait and see how Butler feels during warm-ups before determining his availability closer to tip-off.

Butler (hip) had 24 points (4-10 FG, 0-1 3PT, 16-18 FT), 10 assists, seven rebounds and one block in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 134-129 overtime win over the Wizards.

The star forward returned after a one-game absence and did a great job filling out the stat sheet, although that has become a trend for him. Butler has four double-doubles in his last eight outings, and he will aim to extend that solid run of play Friday at home against the Clippers. He is averaging 20.1 points, 7.6 rebounds and 6.1 assists during that aforementioned eight-game stretch.

Butler (hip) will play Wednesday against the Wizards, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

As expected, Butler has been cleared to rejoin the starting lineup Wednesday after missing Miami's previous game due to hip soreness. Across his last five games, Butler is averaging 20.0 points, 7.6 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.0 steal in 34.4 minutes.

Butler will not play Monday against the Kings due to right hip soreness, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

According to Winderman, no specific incident caused the injury, which will keep Butler sidelined for at least one game. In his absence, Tyler Herro and Derrick Jones Jr. are candidates to see increased run. Butler's next chance to play comes Wednesday against Washington.

Butler dropped 14 points (3-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 7-7 FT) in a win over the Thunder on Friday, adding 10 rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one block in 34 minutes.

Butler has cut down on his three-point shooting as of late. Over the last two weeks, the 30-year old has taken just 0.3 deep-range attempts per game. It's helped boost his field-goal percentage a bit, as he's shooting 55.2 percent from the field over that time span. Unfortunately, it hasn't done much to help his overall fantasy value, as his stock has fallen a bit over those two weeks.

Butler contributed 25 points (8-15 FG, 9-11 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and one block in 35 minutes during Sunday's 124-121 loss to the Knicks.

Butler managed his seventh double-double through 34 appearances this season, which puts him in decent position to surpass his previous career high of 15 (back in 2016-17). He'll now have a couple days to rest and recover in advance of Wednesday's matchup versus the Spurs.

Butler collected 33 points (12-18 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 9-9 FT), nine points, two assists and a block in 36 minutes during Friday's 117-113 defeat to the Nets.

Butler notably hounded the paint, charging for most of his shots on offense (7-of-9) and boards on defense (nine). In his first season with the Heat, the multi-time All-Star has shot better on the road (21.8 points under 49.6 percent compared to the 19.3 points with 38.9 percent at home). It's still a positive sign for the 30-year-forward, whose next contest is on Sunday at New York, who currently have one of the worst records in the NBA at 10-29.

Butler pitched in 14 points (5-6 FG, 4-4 FT), seven assists, six rebounds and two steals in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 122-108 win over the Pacers.

Butler returned to the lineup following a one-game absence with a back injury and contributed across multiple categories despite his modest minute and shot attempt totals. Moreover, Butler is managing career-high per-game averages in rebounding and assists through 32 appearances this season.

Butler (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

As expected, Butler will take the court Wednesday after missing just one game with a back injury. Over his past five games, Butler is averaging 20.6 points, 9.2 rebounds, 6.6 assists and 1.6 steals in 36.2 minutes per contest.

Butler (back) will not play Sunday against the Blazers.

Butler came into the day nursing a back injury, and it'll ultimately keep him on the sideline as the Heat look to bounce back from a rough loss in Orlando on Friday. Miami will start Derrick Jones and Duncan Robinson on the wing Sunday.

Butler is questionable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers with a back injury, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Butler played 35 minutes and put up 23 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists and three steals Friday in Orlando, but apparently his back has since tightened up. The 30-year-old figures to be a game-time decision for Sunday's contest.

Butler (illness) isn't listed on the team's injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against Houston.

Butler was reportedly in danger of missing Wednesday's matchup after falling ill, but the team didn't list him on the injury report, indicating that he's good to go.

Butler (illness) is no longer listed on the injury report prior to Monday's exhibition against Atlanta.

Butler was held out of Wednesday's matchup due to an illness, though he's seemingly returned to health after being removed from the team's official injury report. In his lone preseason matchup, he put up 10 points and snagged three boards while dishing out five dimes.