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3 most impactful players in the NBA Conference Finals

By Loyal Ricks Jr

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - MAY 03: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors and Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors embrace against the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Two of the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on May 03, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - MAY 03: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors and Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors embrace against the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Two of the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on May 03, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images) /
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MIAMI, FLORIDA – APRIL 19: Bam Adebayo #13 and Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat look on against the Atlanta Hawks during the fourth quarter in Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round at FTX Arena on April 19, 2022 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /

Most impactful players in NBA Conference Finals: Jimmy Butler, Miami Heat

Few players play with a bigger chip on their shoulder than Miami’s veteran leader. After parting ways with the Philadelphia 76ers, Jimmy Butler took his talents to South Beach. Three years have passed since Butler’s excursion to the city of Brotherly love, but Miami’s forward still uses his departure as motivation.

Becoming a champion will help validate Butler’s career. Head coach Erik Spoelstra has the tenth-year veteran running the show. Spreading the floor has been key for Miami’s offense. Assistance from role players like Tyler Herro and P.J Tucker has helped Butler maintain a 4.9 assist per game average during the postseason.

Creating his shot has also been an important part of Butler’s game. Miami’s starting forward has maintained 28.1 points per game this postseason, ranking him fourth in postseason scoring. If Jimmy Butler continues his dominant streak, the Heat could be Finals favorites.