“LeBron James said ‘you’re in trouble'”: Jimmy Butler explains trash talk directed towards Lakers star in Game 3 win

Samir Mehdi | 05/10/2020
Jimmy Butler explains 'you're in trouble' trash talk with LeBron James

Jimmy Butler and LeBron James get into an argument at the end of the 1st quarter, as both proceed to approach their bench.

The Miami Heat have pulled off an upset win like no other tonight as they beat the Lakers in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, 115-104, backed up by a historic Finals performance from Jimmy Butler.

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The Miami Heat had no answer for Jimmy late in the game as he eased his way into a 40 point triple double. LeBron James wasn’t any slouch either, as he once again flirted with a triple double.

The Lakers however looked too lax and eventually fell to the Heat, and are now up 2 games to 1 in the Finals.

Jimmy Butler on ‘you’re in trouble’ trash talk

The 2 superstars battled it out on the floor tonight, not only through their play, but also had a few things to say to one another at the end of the first quarter.

Jimmy Butler confirmed in his postgame presser that LeBron James told him that the Heat are in trouble, at the end of the 1st quarter. That is where the ‘you’re in trouble’ trash talk fiasco began and Jimmy Buckets ended it in the 4th quarter.

This exchange of words must’ve fuelled Jimmy throughout the night as he had a peculiar possession with James guarding him, midway through the 4th quarter.

Butler attacked LeBron James while driving to the rim, and after draining the shot, seemed to let out a slight smirk while getting back on defense.

How did LeBron James perform tonight?

Though the 3x champion had 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, he also had a career Finals worst, 8 turnovers.

He looked a bit too lax and on both the offensive and defensive ends of the floor, bringing the ball up carelessly.

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Samir Mehdi

Samir Mehdi is a senior strategist for the NBA division at The Sportsrush. Ever since he was 13 years old, he’s been obsessed with the game of basketball. From watching Kobe Bryant’s highlights on YouTube to now, analyzing and breaking down every single game on League Pass, Samir’s passion for the game is unwavering. He's a complete basketball junkie who not only breaks down current games but also keenly watches ones from the 60s’ and 70s’ while also reading comprehensive books on the history of the league. Samir’s life revolves around basketball and he hopes that shows in his work. Aside from work, he loves to spend time in the gym and with his friends at social gatherings.

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