Jimmy Butler took to social media to convey a message to Kelly Oubre Jr. following an unfortunate injury incident during the Miami Heat’s Eastern Conference play-in tournament game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Despite suffering a right MCL sprain, Butler displayed remarkable resilience by playing through the injury and contributing significantly to the Heat’s efforts. However, the severity of his injury was evident as he was subsequently ruled out for an important game against the Chicago Bulls and potentially for a significant period.

Reacting to the injury news on the Heat’s Instagram post, Butler directed a brief but pointed message towards Oubre Jr., stating, “Kelly Oubre, we throwing hands.” Butler’s absence poses a significant challenge for the Heat, both in their upcoming games and potentially throughout the postseason, given his integral role as a leader and impact player on the court.

Despite the setback, Butler’s determination and perseverance were evident during the game against the 76ers. He played for an impressive 40 minutes, contributing 19 points, five assists, five steals, and four rebounds. However, Miami ultimately fell short against a determined 76ers team led by Joel Embiid and Nicolas Batum.

Looking ahead, the Miami Heat will face the difficult task of progressing in the postseason without their key player. They will rely on their depth and resilience to overcome the challenges ahead and leave their mark in the highly competitive landscape of playoff basketball.