In a highly anticipated matchup, Jimmy Butler is set to return to Miami on Tuesday night, facing the Heat for the first time since his trade to the Golden State Warriors. Following a disappointing loss to the Atlanta Hawks, Butler spoke candidly about the upcoming game.

‘Going to be another game for me,’ Butler stated. ‘Another game that we’re expected to win, for sure. So, we better figure it out.’

Butler’s previous tenure with the Heat was marked by a series of ups and downs. Reflecting on his time with the franchise, he remarked, ‘We was aite, we didn’t win nothing like we was supposed to. So, I don’t know. We made some cool runs, we had some fun, and I think that’s all we did.’

The Warriors are in a critical period, especially with a recent injury sidelining star player Stephen Curry due to a pelvic contusion. Butler is expected to take on a bigger role in Curry’s absence, having logged 38 minutes and scored 25 points in the recent loss.

As the Warriors look to secure a playoff spot, the matchup against the Heat becomes all the more crucial. Butler emphasized his focus on winning, saying, ‘I love that fanbase, they’ve shown a lot of love while I was there, but I’m there to win now. I’m on the opposing team.’

The game will commence at 7:30 p.m. EST, promising to be an intriguing clash of teams with Butler at the center of attention.