Jimmy Butler scores game-winner, completes Miami Heat's unbelievable free-throw match
In the match between the Miami Heat and the Oklahoma City Thunder that ended this morning (January 11), the NBA record was confirmed regarding the free throw. But first, let's come to the last 20 seconds of this breathtaking competition.
Without 6 key players including 4 in the starting line-up and 2 substitutes, Miami Heat was led by Oklahoma City Thunder by 2 points. The score is 111-109 for the OKC away team and the game has about 20 seconds left.
Receiving the ball with his back to the basket, Jimmy Butler calmly fooled Jalen Williams before scoring despite being fouled by the opponent.
Butler's successful scoring situation equalized the score 111-111. He then threw a free-throw into the basket to send the Miami Heat to a final victory with a final score of 112-111.
Completing the 3-point ball and bringing the victory, Jimmy Butler scored a total of 35 points with 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 4 steals and 3 blocks.
The previous record belonged to the Utah Jazz made in 1982 with a total of 39-39 FT. Today, the Miami Heat hit 40-40 FT.
Kyle Lowry, Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo, Caleb Martin are four of the five regular Miami Heat starting players absent this match.
On the bench, the trio Duncan Robinson, Omer Yurtseven and Nikola Jovic also could not play because of injury. Because of such a serious shortage of personnel, Heat needs the shine of Jimmy Butler even more.
