Miami Heat Struggle Continues with Blowout Loss to Bucks and Butler Suspension

The Heat face setbacks on and off the court as Jimmy Butler's suspension looms, Tyler Herro's All-Star hopes hang in the balance, and Milwaukee dominates behind Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

The Miami Heat suffered a 125-96 defeat to the Milwaukee Bucks, marking their fifth loss in six games, with Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo leading Milwaukee's dominant performance.
Jimmy Butler's ongoing suspension has added uncertainty to the Heat's season, leaving the team to rely on younger players like rookies Kel’el Ware and Pelle Larsson, with mixed results.
Tyler Herro returned from a groin injury, scoring 21 points and recording nine assists, but his All-Star selection remains uncertain as coaches will vote on reserves next week.
The Heat started strong with a 20-5 lead but faltered as the Bucks rallied, including a stunning sequence where Lillard scored six points in the final 1.1 seconds of the first half.
Miami's record now stands at 21-22, placing them ninth in the Eastern Conference, with six games remaining before the February 6 trade deadline to address their challenges.