Jimmy Butler
Jimmy Butler (SF/PF – MIA) is an essential pick for NBA DFS enthusiasts on Wednesday’s slate of games, given his remarkable performances in the playoffs. With Miami just one win away from reaching the Eastern Conference Finals, Playoff Jimmy is a crucial factor in the team’s success. In the postseason, he has scored at least 56 DraftKings points in six of his last 13 games, generating a 54-point average.
Butler’s increased role in the team due to Tyler Herro and Victor Oladipo‘s absence has resulted in him playing 40-45 minutes and taking 20-25 shots per game, making him one of the safest plays in every slate. Furthermore, he has been playing through his ankle injury and generated his most prolific performance of the series in Game 4 with a 27-point, 10-assist double-double that led to 58 DK/58.2 FD points.
New York’s defensive vulnerability to small forwards (allowing the second-highest offensive efficiency rating of 25.1) brightens Butler’s prospects even further. In seven meetings with the Knicks this year, he has averaged 45 DK points per game, showcasing his ability to carry Miami throughout the postseason.
In the second round, Butler has recorded an average of 26.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.3 blocks in three appearances, with a high of 58 DK points in Game 4. In Game 5, he is likely to bring an inspired effort to put the series away and earn extra rest before the conference finals.
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