Is Jimmy Butler playing tonight against Dallas Mavericks? Latest on Miami Heat forward's availability (Nov. 24)
Jimmy Butler is available to play for Heat game against the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday after being listed as “questionable” due to an illness. The star forward missed the team’s practice on Saturday, raising concerns about his availability. However, he has been cleared to play before the game.
Butler was pivotal in the Heat’s previous game, leading a 17-point comeback victory against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. The former Chicago Bulls star delivered his best performance of the season, recording 30 points, 10 rebounds, five assists and one steal. He was highly efficient, shooting 8 of 12 from the field, including a perfect 1 of 1 from beyond the arc.
The Heat forward has already missed several games this season due to a right ankle injury. Fans are hopeful Butler can overcome his illness in time to face the Mavericks, who are riding a four-game winning streak.
In nine appearances this season, Butler is averaging 17.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.4 steals while shooting an impressive 50.0% from the field, including 21.4% from 3-point range.
Meanwhile, the Heat currently hold a 6-7 record, ranking sixth in the Eastern Conference standings through 13 games.
Joel Embiid calls Jimmy Butler NBA's "best" player
Following Jimmy Butler's outstanding performance against the Philadelphia 76ers in the Miami Heat's previous game, Joel Embiid praised the star forward, calling him the NBA's "best player.
"He (Jimmy Butler) does everything. Scoring, passing the ball. Commanding while being on the floor. Both sides of the floor," Embiid said.
"One of the best players in the league. Probably top five. Probably the best actually. Best player in the league. He's hard. He's hard to guard. You know, it takes the whole team."
Where to watch Miami Heat vs. Dallas Mavericks?
The Miami Heat vs. Dallas Mavericks game is scheduled to take place on Sunday, Nov. 24, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. The game will tip off at 6 p.m. EST (3 p.m. PT).
The Heat vs. Mavericks game will be broadcast live on FanDuel Sports Network - Sun (local) and KFAA (local). Fans can also stream the game live on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and Website (regional restrictions may apply).