Butler provided 23 points (8-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-10 FT), eight rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals in 33 minutes during Monday's 114-105 loss to the Nuggets.
Butler's addition was a big part of the Warriors' winning streak. which was snapped by Denver Monday night. With Jonathan Kuminga healthy, the lineup for the playoff run is starting to take shape, and Butler provides offensive firepower that can offset a poor shooting performance from Stephen Curry, who is the team's primary catalyst. Butler was excellent during the seven-game winning streak, averaging 16.4 points, 6.1 assists, 5.6 rebounds and 1.2 steals over the span.
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Warriors' Jimmy Butler: Team-high seven assists in win
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Butler had six points (2-5 FG, 2-2 FT), seven assists, five rebounds and one steal in 28 minutes during Thursday's 130-104 victory over the Kings.
Butler delivered his lowest scoring outing in March and tied his second-lowest mark in points since being traded to the Warriors. However, the veteran forward led the club in assists and has recorded at least five assists in four of his last five outings. In that five-game span, Butler has averaged 18.2 points, 6.4 assists, 6.0 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 34.0 minutes per contest.
Butler had 15 points (4-10 FG, 7-8 FT), 10 rebounds, 10 assists and three steals across 35 minutes during Monday's 130-120 win over the Trail Blazers.
Butler picked up his first triple-double as a Warrior, and the 18th total for his career. He's had a solid start to his Golden State career despite a lower usage rate than he's accustomed to, posting 17.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 1.3 steals on 45.6 percent shooting from the field.
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Warriors' Jimmy Butler: Productive night in win Saturday
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Butler amassed 26 points (9-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), nine rebounds and five assists across 37 minutes during Saturday's 115-110 victory over Detroit.
The veteran forward tied Draymond Green for the team-high mark in rebounds while finishing as the club's second-leading scorer behind Stephen Curry (32 points). Butler has racked up 20 or more points in five of his 12 outings since being traded to the Warriors on Feb. 5. He has averaged 17.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.2 steals across 31.6 minutes per contest during that 12-game span. The 35-year-old was solid from beyond the arc Saturday, though he has delivered a lackluster performance from beyond the arc this season. He has shot only 20.0 percent from three-point range since joining the Warriors.
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Warriors' Jimmy Butler: Hits for 25 in Brooklyn
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Butler posted 25 points (7-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 10-10 FT), two rebounds, six assists and three steals in 35 minutes during Thursday's 121-119 victory over the Nets.
The performance tied his best scoring effort so far with Golden State, a mark he set Feb. 8 against the Bulls in his Warriors debut. Over 11 appearances with his new club, Butler has averaged 17.1 points, 5.4 assists, 5.0 boards and 1.3 steals, and Thursday's performance was a step in the right direction when it comes to his efficiency -- he's shooting just 45.1 percent from the floor and a woeful 14.3 percent (3-for-21) from beyond the arc during that stretch.
Butler notched 19 points (6-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-9 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 35 minutes during Tuesday's 114-102 win over the Knicks.
Butler played in his 10th game for the Warriors since being acquired via trade just before the deadline in a deal with the Heat. While he hasn't posted eye-popping numbers, he's a consistent secondary scoring weapon. That said, things have been trending in the wrong direction for the veteran forward. He reached the 20-point mark in his first three appearances with the club but hasn't hit that mark since. In fact, he's averaging just 13.0 points while shooting 43.4 percent from the floor, including a 7.7 percent from three-point range, since the All-Star break.
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Warriors' Jimmy Butler: Reaches double figures in return
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Butler notched 19 points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four assists, three rebounds and one steal over 31 minutes in Monday's 119-101 win over Charlotte.
Butler returned Monday after missing Golden State's previous game due to back spasms, contributing offensively while finishing as one of five Warriors with a double-digit point total in a winning effort. Since joining Golden State in early February, Butler has reached double figures in scoring in seven of his nine appearances.
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Warriors' Jimmy Butler: Will play Monday
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Butler (back) is available in Monday's game against Charlotte.
After missing Saturday's loss to the 76ers with back spasms, Butler will return to action Monday. The star forward should be able to handle his normal workload. Over eight appearances with Golden State, Butler has averaged 16.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.3 steals in 30.1 minutes while shooting 43.3 percent from the field.
Butler (back) is listed as probable for Monday's game against Charlotte.
Butler was sidelined for Saturday's loss against the 76ers due to back spasms, which was his first missed game as a Warrior. The issue doesn't appear to be a long-term concern for the moment, and he is expected to be available to play Monday. Butler has averaged 16.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 1.3 steals over 30.1 minutes per game across his eight outings with Golden State.
Warriors' Jimmy Butler: Downgraded to out Saturday
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Butler (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports.
Butler will miss his first game as a Warrior due to back spasms. The superstar forward struggled over his last two outings, totaling 11 points on 4-for-15 shooting, and it's unclear when he'll suit up again. His next chance to do so will come Monday in Charlotte, which is the first half of a back-to-back set for the Warriors. In Butler's absence, Buddy Hield, Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody, Gary Payton and Gui Santos are candidates for increased roles.
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Warriors' Jimmy Butler: Working through back spasms
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Butler is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the 76ers due to back spasms, John Dickinson of 95.7 The Game San Francisco reports.
Butler has struggled over his last two outings, accumulating just 11 points on 4-for-15 shooting. Part of that shooting slump could be attributed to back spasms, which has put him in jeopardy of missing his first game as a member of the Warriors. Butler's absence would lead to more playing time for Gary Payton, Moses Moody and Buddy Hield.
