**Miami Heat Fans Question If Tyler Herro’s Social Media Post Expressed Frustration**
Social media can be both a blessing and a curse for celebrity athletes. It provides a direct link to fans, but it also allows fans direct access to them.
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro is experiencing this duality firsthand. His social media activity is scrutinized heavily, and his recent “likes” have sparked controversy. Herro “liked” a post that seemingly criticized Heat forward Jimmy Butler for missing too many regular-season games. He also liked a tweet that read: “Free Tyler from this toxic fanbase @MiamiHeat.”
These actions were quickly noticed and dissected by both fans and critics online. The intent behind Herro’s likes is unclear. It could have been an attempt at humor, or perhaps a subtle critique of Butler’s absences last season.
Butler missed 22 games during the past season for various reasons, including injuries, personal matters, and maintenance. His absence placed a heavier scoring burden on Herro and Bam Adebayo. The issue gained further attention when Heat team president Pat Riley seemed to address it indirectly.
Riley commented, “To me, it sends a message that it’s OK to sit when you’re not 100 percent when no one in this league is 100 percent.”
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