Jimmy Butler of the Miami Heat is making a bold statement as he ushers in his “emo era.” The small forward, known for his on-court prowess alongside former Raptor Kyle Lowry, turned heads at the Heat’s media day with a striking new appearance. His distinctive look featured emo-style hair cascading over half of his face, concealing his right eye, and accentuated by piercings adorning his eyebrow, nose, and bottom lip.

Butler’s unconventional style choice reflects his fearless approach both on and off the basketball court, showcasing that he’s not only a force to be reckoned with in the game but also unafraid to express his individuality through fashion and appearance.

“Don’t make me break character. I’m very emotional right now. This is my emo state and I like this. This is me, ” Butler said.

Jimmy had Tyler shook and Bam in tears 😭 pic.twitter.com/VDx4Bz8wUr

— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) October 2, 2023