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Jimmy Butler Steals the Spotlight in Warriors’ Playoff Debut
Man, Jimmy Butler is back in full Playoff mode—and this time, he's doing it in a Golden State Warriors jersey. If you caught Game 1 of the Warriors vs. Rockets series, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Butler was electric on the court, reminding everyone why the nickname “Playoff Jimmy” isn’t just a meme—it’s a real thing. The Warriors pulled off a solid 95-85 win over the Rockets, and Jimmy was at the heart of it all, putting up a gritty 25 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, and 5 steals in 42 minutes. Oh, and yeah, he made some history while he was at it.
This guy just joined an elite NBA club. Only Russell Westbrook and Michael Jordan have recorded more playoff games with 25+ points, 5+ rebounds, 5+ assists, and 5+ steals. That’s legendary company—and Jimmy’s right there with them. Think about that. Not just contributing, but dominating on both ends of the floor. The dude is a machine when it comes to playoff intensity.
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And let’s not forget the moment that had the internet buzzing. In the third quarter, Butler pulls up from deep, drains a three, then turns and points straight at Reggie Miller sitting at the broadcast table. I mean, who does that? That’s peak confidence. That’s the kind of energy that fuels championship runs. Kevin Harlan on the call even hyped it up with, “Jimmy Butler! That’s right! He points at Reggie Miller and says, ‘I’m doing my best impression of you.’” Absolute chills.
It’s wild to think how far he’s come since his Sixers days back in 2019. He was a force for Philly, sure, but this version of Butler? This is different. After his fallout with Miami earlier this season, a trade to the Warriors almost felt like a fresh start. And clearly, he’s making the most of it. He averaged a solid 18-6-6 in the regular season, but now that it’s playoff time, he’s gone full supernova.
Golden State got into the playoffs through the Play-In, beating Memphis to grab the seventh seed, and now they’re one game up on a young, hungry Rockets team. Steph Curry did his thing with 31 points, but it was Jimmy who set the tone. He wasn’t just filling the stat sheet—he was leading the charge, locking down defensively, and showing that trademark fire he’s known for.
You can feel the shift already. With Butler in that groove and Curry doing what he does, this Warriors squad might be cooking up another deep playoff run. Game 1 was a statement, and if Jimmy keeps this up, he might just add another unforgettable chapter to his already wild postseason legacy.
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