150 Days After Sending Jayson Tatum Home, Jimmy Butler Gets Shocked by ?GOAT? Comparisons Alongside LeBron James and Stephen Curry

Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat clashed with Jayson Tatum’s Boston Celtics in three of the last four NBA playoffs. Resulting in a fresh rivalry between the two players. Although Butler’s team won two of those matchups, he doesn’t think their rivalry has “GOAT” status. Last season, the Eastern Conference finals saw both talents going head to head. Despite taking a 3-0 lead, Boston came to level take the series to a game 7.

Although Tatum and Co eventually fell to the might of Jimmy Buckets-led Miami. Interesting comparisons between the two began being drawn up by fans. In a recent interview, the six-time all-star is confronted with these ideas.

Jimmy Butler Shocked by “Goat” Comparison alongside LBJ and Steph

Sports Illustrated did their latest feature on Jimmy Butler. In the interview, the journalist throws a curveball at the 34-year-old. Visibly shocked after being confronted with such high comparisons. The 2023 Eastern Conference MVP has a hilarious response.

“Everyone talking about LeBron vs MJ, Steph vs Magic, or You(Butler) vs Tatum whatever it is. Is there value in having those conversations?,”?asked the reporter candidly. Meanwhile, Jimmy, almost losing grip on his drink, replies, “First of all, I don’t hear anybody talking about me vs Tatum. You completely just made that up.”

It is probably premature to compare Steph and LBJ to Jimmy and Jayson. Especially when there isn’t a chip between both the players. However, this offseason has been monumental for both their teams.

The Offseason Moves by Boston Celtics and The Miami Heat

The Boston Celtics had a busy offseason. Making two blockbuster trades for highly sought-after players, Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday. Although they traded away Marcus Smart, the additions of Porzingis and Holiday significantly improved their performance on both ends of the floor.

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On the other hand, the Miami Heat had a prolonged standoff with the Trail Blazers over Damian Lillard. However, no deal materialized. While they did trade, Max Strus and Gabe Vincent. Simultaneously, they secured promising rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. and experienced player Thomas Bryant. They also brought in RJ Hampton and Josh Richardson. The Miami Heat look like they are on their way to another playoff run.

Do you think they will meet the Celtics again this season? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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