Miami Heat power forward Jimmy Butler recently made headlines after being caught live on camera during a game, where he was seen making an “obscene gesture.” This incident occurred during the Heat’s 97-94 victory over the Atlanta Hawks in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series.
### Details of the Incident
– **Gesture Description**: Butler was celebrating a personal 10-0 run by teammate Max Strus when he made a thrusting motion with his hips from the sideline. This action was deemed inappropriate by the NBA.
– **Consequences**: As a result of this gesture, both Butler and the Miami Heat were fined $15,000 each. Additionally, Heat forward Markieff Morris received a $25,000 fine for interfering with game play while on the bench during the same game [[3]](https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/33821250/nba-fines-miami-heat-jimmy-butler-15000-obscene-gesture).
### Context
– **Game Performance**: Butler did not play in Game 5 due to inflammation in his right knee, despite having an impressive postseason average of 30.5 points per game, which ranks him second in the league for the playoffs [[3]](https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/33821250/nba-fines-miami-heat-jimmy-butler-15000-obscene-gesture).
This incident highlights the scrutiny players face during live broadcasts and the league’s commitment to maintaining decorum during games.
