Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat continue to win ballgames, but they're doing it without their point guard, Kyle Lowry. The veteran hasn't played since January 15th due to personal reasons and it's unknown when he will return to the fold.

Following the Heat's third straight victory on Friday against the Los Angeles Clippers, Butler sent Lowry a heartfelt message.

Via AP's Tim Reynolds:

“I think it’s always really important to realize basketball is second, third, if not around that area on people’s list of importance. You’ve always got to make sure the family’s good. … I miss him. We all miss him. We want him and his family to be OK.”

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It's not exactly known what's going on with Lowry, but it's clear he's making sure everything is okay with his family. In the grand scheme of things, as Jimmy said, basketball isn't the number one priority.

On a more positive note though, it's good to see the Heat continuing to enjoy success without their PG. They're 8-2 in their last 10 games and have only lost once in six contests since Lowry left the team.

The entire rotation thrived on Friday, with every single player in the first unit finishing in double-figures. Butler led the way with 26 points to go along with nine assists and six rebounds. Miami is now 32-17 which is good for first place in the Eastern Conference.