In Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler powered his way to a clutch and-1 lay up over Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum. And it proved to be the game-winning basket.
With 23.2 seconds left, the Heat were down by one point in overtime. And with the game on the line, they gave it to Butler — their best all-around player.
As seen in the clip, Butler muscled his way to the ring, lightly shoving Tatum out of the picture. Despite this, the Celtics forward was able to put a hand up. But it didn't matter as Butler was just too good and determined to lead his team to a win.
Jimmy Butler does it again in the clutch. Wow.
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— Dime (@DimeUPROXX) September 16, 2020
Jimmy Butler converted on the free throw which gave the Heat a two-point lead. On the defensive end of the floor, Bam Adebayo stepped up with a big block. With those plays combined, the Heat came up with the Game 1 victory.
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