Jimmy Butler (illness) starting Friday for Miami; Jaime Jaquez Jr. (ankle) available off bench
Miami Heat guard/forward Jimmy Butler will start Friday in the team's game against the Portland Trail Blazers.
What It Means:
Butler is making his return to the court after a one-game absence due to an illness. He'll immediately start, sending Jaime Jaquez Jr. - who himself is dealing with left ankle discomfort - to a role off the bench.
Our models project Butler for 22.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 41.2 FanDuel points across 35.9 minutes of action.
Source:
Miami Heat
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