Jimmy Butler, the Miami Heat star, was spotted in an intense poker game with football superstar Neymar Jr. and suspended boxer Ryan Garcia in Los Angeles. The trio, along with other celebrities, participated in the World Poker Tour’s Legend of the Felt event, which was streamed on Ninja’s YouTube channel.
Butler, who recently recovered from a knee injury, seemed to be enjoying his time off the court as he engaged in various activities with Neymar and friends before the poker event. The NBA player shared moments of wine-drinking, footvolley, and poker practice on his Instagram stories.
After suffering a sprained MCL in his right knee during a game against the Philadelphia 76ers, Butler missed a matchup against the Chicago Bulls but managed to return to the court in subsequent games. His recent active lifestyle with Neymar indicates a full recovery from the injury, with typical recovery times for such injuries ranging from four to six weeks.
Despite Butler’s desire to sign a contract extension with the Miami Heat, reports suggest that the team may consider trading him due to concerns about his age. As the NBA offseason progresses, there are speculations among rival executives that Butler might be on the move.
