Miami Heat star forward Jimmy Butler was ruled out of Sunday afternoon's game against the visiting Boston Celtics due to personal reasons.
The Heat provided a statement via Butler's agent, Bernie Lee.
"Jimmy Butler has been granted a leave of absence as he deals with the death of a family member," the statement read. "Jimmy and his family ask for privacy at this point in time as they navigate this loss. Updates will be given when appropriate."
Butler had missed team practice on Friday and Saturday, both with excused absences.