A Philadelphia 76ers win (126-119, their first since Feb. 4) wasn't the only rare feat witnessed by those who tuned in for their marquee matchup against the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night. In the middle of the fourth quarter,
The Golden State Warriors will play their first game without Jimmy Butler, who will miss Saturday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers because of mid back spasms. Head coach Steve Kerr said Butler apparently suffered the back injury when he took a hit from Orlando's Wendell Carter Jr.
The Warriors represent big challenges. Already having a matchup nightmare in the form of Stephen Curry, Golden State now has Jimmy Butler to turn to on the offensive end. Acquired at the deadline from the Miami Heat,
Gary Payton II spoke with USA TODAY to share some insight on various topics related to the league and his career.
Jimmy Butler believes the Golden State Warriors are "better than any other organization he's been a part of," according to ESPN's Shams Charania. "I'm telling you, it's different this time," Charania said at the 8:30 mark of NBA Countdown.
The Golden State Warriors have thrived since acquiring Jimmy Butler ahead of the NBA trade deadline, going 5-1 in his appearances with the team. And the Dubs have noticed a difference since his addition.
Stephen Curry scored 30 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Dallas Mavericks 126-102 on Sunday. The Warriors have won five of six and improved to 5-1 since trading for Jimmy Butler, who made his home debut and finished with 18 points.
Golden State Warriors fans can rejoice as Jimmy Butler is set to play against the Brooklyn Nets, boosting the team’s playoff aspirations. Butler's availability adds depth to a lineup led by Stephen Curry,