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The NBA Finals became as thrilling as ever – yet! – as the Denver Nuggets achieved a convincing victory over the Miami Heat in game 4. The Nuggets delivered consecutive defeats to the Heat on their home court. Led by Nikola Jokic the Nuggets are now just one win away from making history and bringing the Larry O’Brien trophy to Denver for the first time.

Despite the Heat’s crucial loss in game 4, all eyes turned to Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler during the post-press conference. Butler made a bold statement that stirred up the fans.

Jimmy Butler makes a bold statement following the game 4 loss

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Jimmy Butler has solidified his position as one of the premier players in the league. However, there is one characteristic that sets him apart from his peers: extraordinary self-belief. Butler has displayed his confidence on numerous occasions, most notably in game 7 against the Boston Celtics. Despite facing a three-game losing streak, Butler boldly declared that his team would emerge victorious in game 7, and they indeed did.

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Despite Butler’s leadership and a team-oriented approach, the Miami Heat have struggled to pose significant challenges for the formidable Denver Nuggets. Led by Nikola Jokic, the Nuggets convincingly defeated the Heat with a score of 108-95 in game 4. Aaron Gordon contributed 27 points and played a pivotal role, while Jokic showcased his skills with a double-double of 23 points and 12 assists.

Bruce Brown also made a valuable contribution with 21 points. On the other side, Butler scored 25 points, along with 7 rebounds and 7 assists. Bam Adebayo recorded a double-double with 20 points and 11 rebounds, although it was not enough to secure a victory.

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Following the game 4 loss, Butler made a bold statement in his postgame interview.

On being asked what message he wants to convey to his team for the upcoming game 5, Butler replied, “No doubt, we don’t have any of that. We don’t have no quit. We gonna continuously fight starting tomorrow to get better and then we’re going on a Monday and do what we said. We’re gonna do this entire time and win. We have to, we have no other choice. Otherwise, we did all this for no reason. So, the guys know, we know, we got something to do.”

 

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Butler’s comments have generated a mixed response from NBA fans. While some have praised his competitive mindset, many have been critical of his predictions, mocking him for forecasting victories and subsequently losing games.

NBA fans react to Jimmy Butler’s post-game comments

One fan noted Butler’s mentality by commenting, “Ofc they will tell the media that they?re winning. What do y?all expect?”

A fan mocked Butler by commenting, “He guaranteed a win every loss and then gets?.another loss???maybe STFU this time? ?”

One fan brought up Butler’s winning record in the games that he predicted. He commented, “Jimmy Butler is 2-5 when saying this lmfao. He?s said it every game since Game 5 against Boston, only winning Game7, now only winning game 2 lol.”

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A fan predicted for the upcoming game 5 by commenting, “Jokic gonna get his first ring.”

One fan suggested that the Nuggets will finish the series by commenting, “Wrap it up ?”

One fan felt the Nuggets will make a gentleman’s sweep by commenting, “Gentleman?s ?”

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