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Jimmy Butler Returns to Miami as Warriors Thrive and Heat Struggle Post-Trade

Butler's first game against the Heat since his February trade highlights contrasting fortunes for both teams and lingering tensions from his departure.

Jimmy Butler III #10 of the Golden State Warriors warms up before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on March 22, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Former Heat forward Jimmy Butler watches from the bench during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Overview

  • Jimmy Butler, now with the Golden State Warriors, will face the Miami Heat on March 25, 2025, for the first time since his February trade.
  • The Miami Heat have struggled since Butler's departure, winning only 5 of 22 games and recently ending a 10-game losing streak.
  • The Golden State Warriors have thrived with Butler, achieving a 16-3 record in games he has played and revitalizing their season.
  • Heat coach Erik Spoelstra acknowledged the emotional weight of Butler's return but emphasized focusing on the team's immediate challenges.
  • The trade, which followed months of tensions, brought the Heat Andrew Wiggins, Davion Mitchell, Kyle Anderson, and a protected 2025 first-round pick.