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Tyler Herro Speaks Out On Jimmy Butler’s Lack Of Joy With The Heat
Jimmy Butler caught the NBA world by surprise with his postgame comment regarding his lack of joy on the court with the Miami Heat.
He went a step further to claim he “probably can’t” get the happiness back with the Heat. This caught social media by surprise, but the same cannot seemingly be said about star teammate Tyler Herro. The former Sixth Man of the Year was asked if he was surprised by Butler’s remark postgame.
“Not really,” Herro began. “We’re all trying to find joy in [basketball} at the same time, so we’ll see.”
“I have no clue,” Herro said in regards to how the team should involve Butler more in the offense. “I’m not the coach.”
It’s safe to say the emotions in the Heat’s locker room are at a season high, and the trade deadline is sure to be a chaotic time for team president Pat Riley and the front office.
HEAT VS PACERS TAKEAWAYS
1. What home court?
In hindsight, maybe the Heat’s underwhelming victory over the Pelicans on Wednesday was a sign of things to come. Miami didn’t blow out or dominate a dismal New Orleans team the way one would expect a healthy Heat team to, especially at home.
Indiana led 38-25 at the end of the first quarter and eliminated any hopes of a Heat comeback with a 41-point third quarter. Tyrese Haliburton scored 33 points and dished 15 assists in making Miami’s defense look lost.
The Heat have been up-and-down all season. It appears the same problems that plagued them in the final months of 2024 are continuing into the first days of 2025.
2. Jimmy Butler stays quiet … too quiet
Butler scored nine points on only five shots Wednesday night, his first game since Dec. 20. It was easy to write off the quiet performance and 25-minute outing as the Heat easing him back into action following the five-game absence.
So much for that idea. Butler recorded nine points, four assists, two rebounds, and two steals Thursday night; Indiana outscored Miami by 27 points when Butler was on the court.
The most alarming part is Butler took six shots. Arguably the Heat’s second-best player has only taken 11 shots in his last two games. That’s a massive problem, and it’s one the Heat must address if they intend to keep Butler through the season’s end.
3. Bam is back! Maybe
After two-plus months of offensive regression, the Bam Adebayo of old may finally be back. Adebayo recorded 20 points and eight rebounds in 25 minutes Thursday night.
Most importantly, Adebayo hit eight of his 12 shots; the three-time All-Star has made 17 of his last 26 shots, an important achievement given his prolonged shooting issues. On a night with few positives for the Heat, they can at least be encouraged about Adebayo’s offense.
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Anthony Pasciolla works as a contributing writer to Miami Heat On SI. He can be reached at ampasciolla@gmail.com or follow him on X @AnthonyPasci.
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro recently spoke out about teammate Jimmy Butler’s lack of joy with the team. In an interview with reporters, Herro expressed his concern for Butler’s demeanor and emphasized the importance of maintaining a positive attitude on the court.
“Jimmy is a great player and leader, but I can see that he’s been feeling a bit down lately,” Herro said. “It’s important for all of us to stay positive and enjoy the game we love playing. We need Jimmy to be at his best, both mentally and physically, in order to succeed as a team.”
Butler, known for his intense work ethic and competitive nature, has been criticized in the past for his serious demeanor on the court. However, Herro believes that finding joy in the game is crucial for maintaining a healthy mindset and achieving success.
“We all want to win and compete at the highest level, but we also need to have fun and enjoy the process,” Herro added. “I hope Jimmy can find that joy again and bring his energy and passion back to the team.”
As the Heat continue their quest for a playoff spot, it will be important for Butler and the rest of the team to find a balance between hard work and enjoyment on the court. Hopefully, Herro’s words will inspire his teammate to embrace a more positive mindset and help lead the team to victory.
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