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Jimmy Butler missed Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Knicks after rolling his ankle in Game 1 but there is optimism that the Heat star will return for Game 3.

Miami head coach Erik Spoelstra said that the 33-year-old small forward is “working” and is expected to play tomorrow, via Anthony Chiang.

Butler is averaging 35.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 4.7 assists in 38.3 minutes per game in the playoffs.

The Eastern Conference Semifinal series between the Heat and Knicks are tied 1-1.