Jimmy Butler's Emotional Miami Return Overshadowed by Heat's Decisive Win

The Heat defeated the Warriors 112-86 in Butler's first game back in Miami, as fan reactions and analyst criticism reignited debates over his contentious departure.

• Jimmy Butler faced mixed reactions from Heat fans during his return to Miami, with both boos and a standing ovation following a tribute video played by the team.
• The Miami Heat secured a dominant 112-86 victory over the Golden State Warriors, with Butler struggling and finishing with an 11-6-2 stat line.
• ESPN analyst Bobby Marks criticized Heat fans for applauding Butler, calling it inappropriate given his exit over contract disputes with team leadership.
• Butler's agent, Bernie Lee, expressed hope that fans would move past lingering anger and appreciate Butler's contributions during his five years with the Heat.
• Draymond Green commented on the emotional weight of Butler's return, stating that Butler handled the moment well despite the loss and the absence of Stephen Curry.

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