The Miami Herald recently published an article exploring different aspects of Jimmy Butler’s life, both on and off the court. The article begins by highlighting Butler’s impressive performance in leading the Miami Heat to a playoff game victory against the Milwaukee Bucks. The article then delves into lesser-known details about Butler, such as his love for coffee and his tour of Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood after signing with the Heat in 2019.
Butler is also the founder of the BigFace brand of coffee, which he started during the NBA’s Disney World bubble in 2020. He has since brought the brand to the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium, selling his coffee in the player-dining and VIP areas. Butler has explained that as a professional athlete, he only puts the best in his body, and he wants to help others do the same.
The article also provides background information on Butler’s life, including growing up in foster homes from the age of 13 and his college years at Tyler Junior College and Marquette University. In addition to playing for the Miami Heat, Butler has played for the Chicago Bulls, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Philadelphia 76ers. He won a gold medal with the U.S. team in the 2016 Olympics and is also known by the nickname “Jimmy Buckets.”
The article discusses Butler’s decision to delay his debut with the Miami Heat in 2019 to be present for the birth of his daughter. It also mentions his signing of a four-year, $142 million maximum contract with the Heat and his admiration for the Heat’s winning culture.
Finally, the article touches on a heartwarming story involving a young fan from Argentina who traveled with his family to see Butler play but was disappointed when Butler was injured and unable to play. However, the Heat and Butler arranged two meetings with the young fan, giving him a happy ending to his trip.
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