The Golden State Warriors received some great news regarding their newly acquired star player Jimmy Butler's potential return date following the franchise's victory in Game 3 of the ongoing first round NBA playoff series. With Butler being sidelined from Game 3, superstar Stephen Curry stepped up and led his team to a comfortable 104-93 victory over the Houston Rockets.
NBA insider reveals potential return date of Jimmy Butler
Currently, the seven game series is led 2-1 by Golden State Warriors after clinching Game 3. Prior to Game 3, Jimmy Butler was listed as questionable due to a pelvic and glute muscle contusion. He made every efforts to feature in the game but was ultimately ruled out of the contest before tip-off.
But, there's optimism building around his chances that he might return to the court on Monday for Game 4 when the Warriors lock horns against Houston Rockets.
Jimmy Butler worked out on the practice court pregame, per source, Warriors insider Anthony Slater tweeted. Medical team held him out to give body two more days to heal, but there’s a belief he will be back for Game 4 on Monday night with the Warriors searching for 3-1 series lead over the Rockets.
During the first quarter of Game 2, Jimmy Butler had a dangerous fall and was immediately headed towards the locker room. He was not able to return for the remainder of the game. His absence was felt by the Warriors on the court as they gave in and lost the match.
Head coach Steve Kerr gives major update on Jimmy Butler
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr provided major update on Jimmy Butler following the franchise's victory in Game 3. He didn't confirm his availability for Game 4 but mentioned that additional days of rest might help him recover and be at his usual best.
Literally day-to-day, Kerr said of Butler. It’ll be helpful for him to have another day and then it’s a night game so he gets a few extra hours, so we’ll see. I have no idea right now if he’s going to play.
If Jimmy Butler is able to make a comeback in Game 4, then the Warriors might hold an edge over the Rockets and can even extend their lead to 3-1. The Rockets were unable to capitalize on Butler's absence during Game 3 as they lost by a mere margin of 11 points.