Miami Heat standout Jimmy Butler demonstrated his knack for finding humor in any situation, even when faced with a suspension.

Following a brawl between the Heat and the New Orleans Pelicans, resulting in suspensions for four players, including Butler, the star athlete managed to lighten the mood with his characteristic wit.

The altercation ignited when Heat forward Kevin Love delivered a robust foul to Pelicans’ star Zion Williamson, provoking a reaction from Naji Marshall. Butler intervened, only to find himself in a scuffle with Marshall, escalating the confrontation into a full-blown melee.

Though not on the scale of infamous incidents like the “Malice at the Palace,” the clash was undeniably intense.

Butler and Marshall received one-game suspensions each, while Thomas Bryant and Jose Alvarado faced three-game bans. Taking the news of his suspension in stride, Butler injected some levity into the situation through his Instagram stories.

In a series of posts featuring song titles, including “Locked Up” by Akon, “Jail” by Kanye West, and “Life” by K-Ci & Jojo, Butler humorously referenced his temporary absence from the court. While the suspension pales in comparison to real-life consequences, Butler’s playful response added a refreshing twist to the ordeal.

Further lightening the mood, Butler shared a photoshopped image of himself and teammate Nikola Jović superimposed onto a “Bad Boys” movie poster. In jest, Butler humorously shifted the blame onto Jović in the caption, showcasing his ability to find humor in any circumstance.

With his lighthearted approach, Butler navigated through the suspension with ease, demonstrating his resilience and ability to find joy even in challenging situations.