Jimmy Butler, who sprained his right ankle on Sunday during Miami’s victory in New York, is doubtful for the second leg of the Eastern Conference semi-finals of the NBA play-offs, scheduled for Tuesday in New York.
“He’s on round-the-clock treatment. We probably won’t hear back before the game. The decision on his participation will be taken at the last minute, ”said his coach Erik Spoelstra.
If Butler were to forfeit, it would be a big blow for the Heat. Because since the start of the play-offs, he has displayed a sparkling form, as evidenced by his 56 points scored during the N.4 match against Milwaukee in the 1st round. In five games to eliminate the Bucks to everyone’s surprise, he averaged 37.6 points. On Sunday, he finished with 25 pawns, which largely contributed to the victory in New York, to lead 1-0 in their series.
Knicks also affected by injuries since winger Julius Randle is no longer certain of playing the N.2 game against the Heat after having already missed the first, due to a sprained left ankle. As for the other New York offensive weapon, the rear Jalen Brunson, he suffers from the right ankle.