The Miami Heat are preparing for a marquee matchup on Wednesday night against the NBA-best Phoenix Suns, who will also be getting Devin Booker back after a four-game absence due to COVID-19. The Heat have dealt with countless absences throughout the season to key players, yet they've stayed afloat. That raises the question, is Jimmy Butler vs Suns?

Is Jimmy Butler Playing vs Suns

Despite playing five of six games since the All-Star break, Butler is listed as questionable here because of sinus congestion. Per The Miami Herald's Ira Winderman:

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Not ideal, but also no reason for the Heat to panic. It's not a serious injury or anything, which is good news for Miami. However, Jimmy Buckets has actually missed quite a bit of time this season for various injuries, featuring in just 46 of 66 games. Nonetheless, the depth of Miami's roster has shined through, even without their star player. The Heat are currently in top spot in the East with a stellar 44-22 record. Even when Bam Adebayo and Kyle Lowry were out for substantial amounts of time, the likes of Tyler Herro, Duncan Robinson, and Max Strus, have stepped up and delivered. This is exactly why this team is considered a legitimate contender to come out of the Eastern Conference.

As for Butler, he is putting in work when healthy. The veteran is averaging 21.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 5.7 assists to lead the Heat. His presence on both ends of the floor is undoubtedly important for the ultimate success of Miami when it comes to the postseason.

There is still a chance Butler plays against the Suns. After all, it's just sinus congestion. But, there would be no reason for the Heat to force it at this point in the season. So, is Jimmy Butler playing tonight? It's frankly up in the air.