After exiting Wednesday’s game with 2:57 left in the third quarter on the second night of a back-to-back set, the 35-year-old Butler never re-entered as he spent the rest of the game on the Heat’s bench with a heating pad on his back.

The Miami Heat secured a 98-94 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday, despite Jimmy Butler’s early exit due to physical discomfort. Ahead of their upcoming game against the Toronto Raptors,

Jimmy Butler is expected to take the court when the Miami Heat will encounter the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday at Spectrum Center.

With another win under their belt, the Miami Heat are regaining their momentum, thanks in part to the return of Jimmy Butler. After the game, Butler shared a reflection on a teammate who reminded him of his own journey in the league.