Heat's Jimmy Butler Probable for Raptors Game After Back Tightness Forces Early Exit

The Miami Heat face uncertainty with Butler's health as the team navigates a packed schedule and slim NBA Cup hopes.

Jimmy Butler is listed as probable for Friday's game against the Toronto Raptors after leaving Wednesday's win over the Hornets with back tightness.
Butler played only 25 minutes on Wednesday, contributing six points, four rebounds, and three assists before sitting out the fourth quarter with a heating pad on his back.
Kevin Love, also dealing with back issues, is listed as questionable for Friday, while Duncan Robinson and Terry Rozier are probable with minor injuries.
Tyler Herro stepped up in Butler's absence on Wednesday, scoring 12 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, including a game-winning three-pointer and a critical steal.
The Heat's NBA Cup hopes are slim, requiring a win against the Raptors and multiple favorable outcomes in other games to advance to the knockout stage.