Jimmy Butler (thumb) is considered probable for Monday's game against the Clippers.

Butler (thumb) is considered probable for Monday's game against the Clippers.

Analysis:

Butler continues to be officially listed as "probable" with a left thumb sprain, but he's played in each of the last eight games. At this point, this appears to be nothing more than coach Tom Thibodeau keeping opponents, and the media, on their toes, as Butler hasn't showed signs of being slowed by an injury. In Saturday's loss to the Pacers, he scored a season-high 32 points to go with six rebounds.