The Celtics were clinging to a six-point lead midway through the fourth quarter of Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals when Grant Williams notched a key three-pointer to give Boston a 96–87 advantage.
Playing with a sense of confidence, Williams decided to get in the face of Jimmy Butler as the two trotted down the court. However, the tense moment unlocked the “Playoff Jimmy” version of Butler’s game as the Heat outscored the Celtics 24–9 in the final 6:37 of the game to steal the victory.
When Williams was asked about his exchange with Butler after the Celtics’ loss, he simply stated that the two were competing, and that Butler “made some tough shots.”
