The Latest Breaking News from Jimmy Butler

It turns out that even with their Game 7 loss to the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference finals, the Miami Heat had an impact on the NBA Finals.

MIAMI — There are few sure things when it comes to working in the collegiate wing of the Miami Heat scouting department. Yet until Feb. 9, Adam Simon and his staff were assured of being on the clock during the first round of the June 23 NBA draft.

The All-Star’s development has been critical, and the best could be yet to come—in the Finals and beyond.

"We all know how Jimmy Butler is. If you have any softness to you, Jimmy don't like you."

The former No. 1 pick was Golden State’s top scorer on a night when Boston was committed to stopping Stephen Curry.

Some say the simplest thing for the 76ers to do is acquire a third star.

MIAMI — The last time Pat Riley interjected himself into the discussion about an emerging Miami Heat center and utilization by coach Erik Spoelstra, things got sideways.

Meet the man behind the star social media account of the NBA playoffs: Art But Make It Sports.

The Eastern Conference is as open as it has ever been. Any discussion about the Sixers’ offseason needs to start there. It’s a good thing. A great thing, really. Desperation rarely leads to good decision making. The Sixers have an opportunity to make some immensely consequential decisions this offseason. Things…

During Pat Riley’s 27 seasons with the Miami Heat, the franchise has won three NBA championships. The Heat has also made nine appearances in the Eastern Conference finals and six appearances in the NBA Finals during that time.

MIAMI — The thought was simple and straightforward.