Miami Heat Injury Report: Jimmy Butler Out for Game 5

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As the Miami Heat prepare for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals, the team has released its latest injury report. Unfortunately, Jimmy Butler will miss the game with a sprained right MCL.

Other Injuries

The Heat will also be without Bam Adebayo (ankle) and Gabe Vincent (toe) for Game 5. Nikola Jovic is probable to play after missing Game 4 with a sore back.

For the Atlanta Hawks, Dejounte Murray is questionable with a left ankle sprain. Clint Capela is probable after missing Game 4 with a right knee injury.

Impact on Game 5

Butler's absence is a major blow to the Heat, as he is one of their most important players. He is averaging 20.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game in the playoffs.

With Butler out, the Heat will need other players to step up in his absence. Tyler Herro and Kyle Lowery will likely see increased roles, and Caleb Martin could also get more minutes.