Just like when the Philadelphia 76ers chose Ben Simmons and Tobias Harris over him, Jimmy Butler will not be playing in Philadelphia. At least this Saturday night.
Jimmy Butler (back) out tonight in Philadelphia, per Steve Kerr
— Danny Emerman (@DannyEmerman) March 2, 2025
Butler was originally considered “questionable” for the contest against the team he played for during the 2018-19 season. The 76ers sent him to the Miami Heat in a sign-and-trade deal in the summer of 2019, where he led the Heat to two Finals appearances.