Since acquiring Butler in a blockbuster trade from the Miami Heat at the deadline, the Warriors have ripped off an impressive 23-7 record. In 30 games with the Warriors, Butler is averaging 17.9 points on 47.6% shooting from the field with 5.9 assists and 5.5 rebounds.

The Golden State Warriors secured a spot in the 2025 NBA Playoffs as the seventh seed in the Western Conference following a win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Stephen Curry stole the show with a fourth-quarter takeover, but that game was also the latest example of how Jimmy Butler can raise his level when the stakes are highest.

So, they know we’re coming every single year.” Yet here the Warriors are — nearly three years later — still finding a way to contend. To compete. To continue this journey that, no matter what comes next,