The Golden State Warriors will take on the Miami Heat Tonight at the Kaseya Center. The game will witness the much-awaited return of Jimmy Butler to Miami, this time as an opponent. Butler spent six years with the Heat and enjoyed some everlasting moments with the franchise. However, the relationship turned sour in the end, which eventually led to his transfer to the Warriors. Thus, considering how his stint with the Heat ended, there is significant interest among the fans on how he will fare against his former side. However, before contemplating the matchup, one needs to look at the Warriors' injury report to first ascertain whether Jimmy Butler will play tonight or not.
Jimmy Butler Injury Report
To the delight of the fans, Jimmy Butler is not listed in the injury report released by the Warriors ahead of the game against the Heat. Therefore, the star forward is expected to start for the Warriors.
Golden State Warriors' season looked done and dusted a month and a half ago but Jimmy Butler's arrival filled the franchise with a new energy. He immediately impacted the game and improved the prospects of the Warriors. As statistics are the best representation of every decision, Butler's impact on the Warriors can be gauged from the fact that the Golden State have won 16 of its last 20 games.
Butler has been a key contributor in every game for the GSW. His versatility can be exhibited by the numbers he has been averaging this season. Jimmy Butler has scored more than 20 points in every odd game for the Warriors. Plus, he makes his presence felt by registering rebounds and assists too. He has complemented Stephen Curry well since coming in and if they continue to hold on to their current pace then they could have a deep post-season run.
Golden State Warriors Injury Report
While Jimmy Butler is free from any injury concern, the Golden State Warriors are not completely devoid of it. The team's talisman, Stephen Curry, is listed as questionable due to a pelvis injury.
Miami Heat on the other hand also have one entry in the injury list. Duncan Robinson is marked as questionable due to lower back pain.
While Stephen Curry's absence would be a major setback for the Warriors, it will still be an intriguing contest to witness. With all to look forward to let's see who comes out on top in this one.