A month ago, the Golden State Warriors were looking down and out of the tournament but since the arrival of Jimmy Butler, the team has immensely picked up and have entered the title contenders fray again. With his on-court versatility, Butler has formed a tuning with the franchise legend Stephen Curry and the duo looks purposeful about achieving glory.
Stephen Curry On Jimmy Butler
Since Butler's arrival, the Golden State Warriors have gone from a team looking for its identity to a legitimate contender. An ever-eloquent Curry, puts it straight, "It's pretty clear as day the difference in not just our record but how we're playing." But it's not just about wins and losses. It's about the how.
Known for his unwavering determination and no-nonsense style, Butler is constantly emphasizing making the "right play." For him, this frequently entails foregoing personal accomplishment in order to benefit the team. He's the ultimate pragmatic, the guy who will make the extra pass, grab the important rebound, and guard the rival team's star.
But against the Pistons, with the game hanging in the balance, the "right play" was pure, unadulterated scoring. Butler unleashed his inner offensive juggernaut, reminding everyone that he's not just a facilitator, he's a closer. Curry's comment, then, is a playful jab, a nod to Butler's adaptability. It's a way of saying, "Even Jimmy knows when it's time to throw the playbook out the window and just score."
More profoundly, Curry is highlighting how Butler's presence has shifted the team's dynamic. Early on, it was about Butler adapting to the Warriors' system. Now, it's about the Warriors adapting to him. "Now we need to cater to his actions and his comfort zones," Curry acknowledges. This is a significant shift, a testament to Butler's undeniable influence.