Jimmy Butler 2nd player in history to lead his team in every major stat in NBA Finals

Jimmy Butler's performance has been thing sort of spectacular during 2020 NBA Finals. Facing a daunting task of stepping on court against LeBron James-led Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat star has been on fine form as he propelled his side to a dramatic Game 5 win on Friday night, reby forcing a Game 6.

Jimmy Butler posts incredible feat with Game 5 show

On Friday, Butler tched up his second triple-double of NBA Finals, scoring 35 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists as Heat scored a 111-108 win over Lakers. Furrmore, Butler achieved stats while missing just 48 seconds of play in Game 5. And despite clearly exhausted during final sts of game, 31-year-old scored two crucial free throws that tipped game in Miami's favour with just over 16 seconds left in clock.

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With yet ar stellar show in Game 5, Jimmy Butler furr highlighted his importance for Miami Heat. In fact, Butler is leading his teams in every major statistics - points (29.0), rebounds (8.6), assists (10.2), steals (2.6) and blocks (0.8) - in NBA Finals. 31-year-old is only second player in NBA history to achieve feat after LeBron James did so in 2016 when he led Cleveland Cavaliers to ir first and only championship. Ironically, LeBron James and his Lakers are only ones standing between Jimmy Butler and his career first NBA championship. 

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Lakers vs Heat Game 5 highlights

In addition to Jimmy Butler, Duncan Robinson had a great outing. 26-year-old scored 26 points, including a late three-pointer for Miami. He also added five rebounds and two assists. LeBron James had ar stellar show, scoring 40 points and adding 13 rebounds and seven assists. Anthony Davis finished game with 28 points, 12 rebounds and three assists under his name. 

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Jimmy Butler postgame interview

Jimmy Butler told ESPN during  postgame interview that Heat had a "little luck" after Danny Green missed late three pointer that could have tied game for Lakers. 31-year-old was, however, adamant that his side deserved to come out on top on Friday after shift put on court. "I left it all out on floor along with my guys," Butler said. "And that's how we're gonna have to play from here on out. Like I always say: It's win or win for us," he said. 

Lakers still hold a 3-2 advant in NBA Finals series. two teams will meet again on Sunday, October 11, for Game 6. 

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