Bettors have had to keep a close eye on Jimmy Butler injury updates all season. The Miami Heat have been without the star forward in 12 of their games this year. Those curious if Butler is playing tonight should keep a close eye on the injury report — the star is once again questionable.
Butler’s absence would carry significant consequences for the NBA betting markets, and bettors looking for an edge should heed this advice or check out the OddsShopper tools for sharp NBA bets.
Jimmy Butler Injury Update – NBA Betting Impact
Butler has dealt with more than his fair share of injury and illness-related issues this season. His latest ailment, a right ankle sprain, could hold him out for Monday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. It knocked him out of Miami’s game against Indiana on Friday.
It’s a new issue for Butler; he most recently missed time with a gastrointestinal issue. Before that, the Heat ruled Butler out due to right knee injury management. Although the Heat have been notoriously frustrating with how they have handled their injury reports this season, Butler’s status is in genuine question for Monday night’s contest.
Should Butler sit, Max Strus will likely draw the start, while Duncan Robinson and Victor Oladipo should see an uptick in usage. All would benefit marginally for DFS purposes, although none have true slate-winning upside. Stokastic’s expert DFS projections have Oladipo slated for 21.04 fantasy points, the most of the three, although that number assumes Butler will play 30-plus minutes.
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Timberwolves-Heat NBA Betting & DFS Advice
A quick glance at the NBA betting markets reveals that the Heat are slight 3-point home favorites. With the Timberwolves slowly returning to full strength — Rudy Gobert and Kyle Anderson may both be available — it’s a positive sign for Butler’s status that the Heat are laying points at home.
That said, bettors should note that the Heat have been the worst team for spread bettors this year. They have gone 10-21-2 against the spread, and that record drops to a pathetic 3-13-1 against the spread at home. Bettors eager to back one of this year’s most profitable NBA betting trends should head to BetMGM to fade the Heat and back the Timberwolves at +3.5. Those who are new to BetMGM can secure a $25 free bet along with a risk-free bet of up to $1,000!
