Is Jimmy Butler playing tonight against Toronto Raptors? Latest on star forward's status for NBA Cup game (Nov. 29)

Jimmy Butler is listed as available to play against the Toronto Raptors in Friday's NBA Cup game after being listed as probable earlier. The Miami Heat star was on the injury report, citing back tightness. Butler injured himself during Miami's 98-94 win over the Charlotte Hornets Wednesday. He played only 25 minutes, finishing with six points, four rebounds and three assists.

With a day's break in between, Butler seems to have healed well and is in contention to play again. A probable status means a player is more likely to suit up for a game than sit. The Heat will be relieved that's the case, as Butler has missed four out of the team's 18 games.

He's also regaining his form after a slow start lately. In 12 outings. Butler is averaging 18.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.8 assists on 52.6% shooting. The Heat are 8-8 on the season, 6-6 with Butler in the lineup.

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Jimmy Butler stats vs. Toronto Raptors

Jimmy Butler has averaged 19.7 ppg, 6.1 rpg and 5.4 apg against the Toronto Raptors in 36 games. He holds a 21-15 record against the Heat's conference rivals.

Butler played all four season series games against the Raptors last season. He averaged 16.0 ppg, 3.8 rpg and 6.0 apg, leading the Heat to a 3-1 record.

Friday's contest will be the first head-to-head of the season. The Heat and Raptors play again on Sunday as part of a back-to-back set.

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How to watch Jimmy Butler in action during Toronto Raptors vs. Miami Heat

Local TV operators TSN and FanDuel Sports Network Sun will provide coverage for the Toronto Raptors and Miami Heat, respectively. Fans outside the local regions and the U.S. can catch live action online via NBA League Pass. The game will begin at 8:00 p.m. ET at the Kaseya Center, the Heat's home floor.

The Heat are the favorites to win with a homecourt advantage. Toronto is one of the most underperforming teams, with a 5-14 record. Miami is 1-2 in the NBA Cup group standings, while Toronto is winless in two games.