Have Miami Heat Fans Lost Hope In Jimmy Butler?

Miami Heat fans seemingly lost faith in Jimmy Butler after another loss to the Boston Celtics.

Jimmy Butler was all smiles after a close loss to the Boston Celtics. 

Unfortunately, Miami Heat fans were not.

They largely trusted Butler throughout the postseason because of his leadership and superstar performances. After the Game 4 loss, fans appreciated Butler’s confidence but the reaction has changed after three straight losses. 

Butler’s smiles are now seen as arrogant and phony, especially after going 5 of 21 from the field Saturday night.

He didnt sound convincing. Same thing he promised last game. In 48 hours the horse will be out of its misery

— Modesto Cedano Durán (@mcedano809) May 28, 2023

Butler guaranteed victory in Boston Monday night, saying, “everything’s gonna be alright.” Many are no longer convinced of this message because he uttered these same words after Games 4 and 5.

You havent been playing better the past 3 games, so idk

— HEAT LOADING 1% (@Heatlle) May 28, 2023

Of course, we would talk about his fourth-quarter comeback if not for a winning shot by Derrick White. Instead Butler’s struggles through three quarters were highlighted.

Frankly, even a win wouldn’t save Butler from criticism. He was 2 of 15 for nine points until the fourth quarter. The Heat likely wouldn’t be in that situation if Butler performed better from the jump.

He also said this after game 5😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/X5QLK1DwU8

— Snoopy (@GonzoSzn0) May 28, 2023

Now, there’s no more room for error. Miami heads to Boston for Game 7 with their edge lost while fighting for a berth in the NBA Finals. 

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