Jimmy Butler, the Miami Heat‘s star power forward, found himself in a unique predicament when a scratch-off lottery ticket didn’t go his way. Butler bemoaned his lottery fate in a charmingly self-deprecating tone.
This is a lighthearted take on a minor setback that reveals Butler’s mischievous side as well as his steadfast commitment to his day job of lighting up the NBA court. As a result no lottery winnings for Butler, but fans can rest assured that his on-court performances will remain flawless.
Jimmy Butler jokes to continue his NBA career
Jimmy Butler, recently tried his hand with lottery tickets in a playful pursuit of the American dream. Despite his considerable fortune and a multi-million-dollar NBA contract, Butler was caught on camera at a store joyfully requesting $1, $5, and $10 lottery tickets for a total of $100, opting for the less expensive choices.
Butler amused the store cashier by saying, “Just don’t give me no $30 tickets… make it out to $100, I am trusting you now.” When he got home, he posted a video on Instagram of himself scratching off the tickets and yelling, “Highway robbery, ya’ll selling us a dream.” The American ambition of being wealthy quickly.”
Jimmy Butler after losing in scratch-offs.
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“I can’t ever get rich… just gotta have to work my day job.”…. Unserious man 😭 pic.twitter.com/4Ieh9CavXC
After appearing to win merely $10 on a lottery ticket, the six-time All-Star joked that he might have to remain with his “day job” as an NBA player. It’s a humorous take on the constant fantasy of winning the lottery, even from someone who already makes a lot of money.
How much Jimmy Butler made from NBA?
Jimmy Butler, has amassed a sizable net worth from his NBA contract, endorsements, investments, and business activities. His net worth is currently believed to be in the $80 million bracket. Butler inked a lucrative four-year deal extension with the Jimmy Butler worth $184 million in 2021, earning him a $37 million annual salary.
Butler’s financial portfolio includes entrepreneurial interests and endorsements in addition to basketball. Notably, he had an endorsement deal with Jordan Company that paid him about $5 million per year, followed by a deal with the Chinese company Li-Ning that paid him about $3 million per year.
He has also collaborated with companies such as JBL Audio, BodyArmor SuperDrink, Panini America trading cards, and others. Butler has strategically invested in coffee shops, holding stakes in three of them, including Big Face Coffee, which made headlines during the 2020-2021 playoff bubble games. His multiple endorsement deals, investments, and an impressive NBA salary have all contributed to his fortune.
Butler is also active in humanitarian work, supporting causes including as the 94 Feet of Game Foundation, the Special Olympics, and The Jimmy Butler Foundation, which focuses on increasing educational chances for impoverished children.
