The drama between Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat takes center stage Tuesday night when the Golden State Warriors visit Kaseya Center. Butler returns for the first time since being traded away by the Heat on Feb. 6 following multiple suspensions earlier in the season.
Since landing with Golden State, Butler has helped guide the Warriors to a 16–4 record. The Heat, meanwhile, snapped a 10-game losing streak on Sunday but remain in a free fall. Both teams remain in the hunt for postseason positioning, though the headlines entering Tuesday’s matchup are all about Butler’s return to Miami.
Here is the featured Jimmy Butler prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook for Tuesday’s matchup against the Heat.
Best Jimmy Butler Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Over 34.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists (-115)
Jimmy Butler has averaged 16.6 points, 6.9 assists and 5.9 rebounds in 15 games since the All-Star break. He’s often fallen under the 34.5 points, rebounds and assists combined threshold since the All-Star break, but Golden State will be motivated to help Butler in his revenge game, making the over a solid option.
Butler was direct when asked about the matchup: “Yeah, I was traded from there yada, yada, yada… But that’s so far behind me now. I don’t even think about it. I don’t think about nothing except the trajectory of our squad.”
The Heat’s defense has struggled mightily in recent weeks, contributing to their fall in the standings. Butler will be playing with added motivation against a team he led to the NBA Finals just two seasons ago.
With Golden State still fighting for playoff seeding and Steph Curry (pelvic contusion) questionable but expected to play, Butler may be relied upon more than usual to set the tone offensively.
Look for Butler to be aggressive early and stay involved throughout as boos rain down from the crowd. This is a revenge spot — and Butler tends to thrive in those moments.
