Wednesday night proved to be a tough blow for the Miami Heat, as they not only lost a game against the Philadelphia 76ers but also saw their star player, Jimmy Butler, sustain a knee injury. 

Despite holding a double-digit lead, the Heat fell just short of forcing overtime, leaving fans concerned about Butler’s health and the team’s playoff prospects.

With their playoff hopes still alive, the Heat will need to defeat the Chicago Bulls to secure the No. 8 seed. 

However, sports analyst Craig Carton believes that even if they manage to clinch a playoff spot, Butler’s injury significantly dampens their chances. 

Speaking on The Carton Show, Carton expressed doubt about the Heat’s ability to advance in the playoffs without a healthy Butler, especially if they face formidable opponents like the Boston Celtics.

While the Miami Heat have a history of surprising runs in the postseason, Carton questions whether they have the same capability without Jimmy Butler leading the charge. 

Despite Miami’s past success against the Celtics and the coaching prowess of Erik Spoelstra, Carton believes that the Celtics’ talent and overall health make them formidable opponents.

Though the Heat may still like their chances against the Celtics, overcoming the obstacles posed by Butler’s injury and facing a strong Boston team remains a daunting task.

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