Jimmy Butler rose to the occasion once more last night. He put up 56 points and helped Miami Heat take a 3-1 series lead over the #1 seed Milwaukee Bucks. Although his life history is well known, the one question that pops up during every playoff is, Is Jimmy Butler Michael Jordan’s son?
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Michael Jordan is NOT Jimmy Butler’s father. There have been several rumors that swirl around each time the Miami Heat superstar does something incredible on the court.
But, all connections aside, as of yet, there is no substantial evidence that proves Jimmy Butler is Michael Jordan’s son. Tonight’s epic 56-point explosion meant that the internet was quick to draw comparisons, yet again.
So, why is it that Jimmy “Buckets” Butler gets called MJ’s Son?
Is Jimmy Butler Michael Jordan’s Son? Uncovering the truth behind the viral story
On more than one occasion, we have seen MJ and Jimmy Butler get called father and son. Why?
According to rumors, Michael Jordan fathered an illegitimate son in the late 1980s. At the time, the Chicago Bulls superstar was entering his prime years, and the celebrity allure might have been too much to resist for some.
Jimmy Butler, was born around the same time in Chicago, to Londa Butler and Jimmy Butler Senior. However, the two split when he was just an infant, and Londa kicked Jimmy out of the house when he was 13.
There is no real way to attest that Butler’s parents were indeed his biological ones. But at the same time, there is no known link between Michael Jordan and Londa Butler.
Therefore, with no substantial claim, we can say that it is hearsay. So, why is it that the internet goes into a frenzy every time he plays well?
Jimmy Butler’s monster performances and his playoff mettle remarkably resemble Michael Jordan
It might just be a long-standing gag, however, it is no secret that come playoff time, Butler becomes far more elite. For some reason, he is incredibly better in the postseason.
His game and virtues have always been that of a fighter and a guy who isn’t afraid of competition. Jimmy’s ethic resembles that of MJ’s. And with so many things in common, including looks, being in Chicago at the same time and a game that mirrors His Airness, it is easy to see why people often get confuddled. But, he is NOT Michael Jordan’s son.
