Jimmy Butler’s Injury Status Confirmed for Warriors vs. Trail Blazers Game
The Golden State Warriors are preparing for their upcoming game against the Portland Trail Blazers, but they will be without star forward Jimmy Butler. This marks Butler’s second consecutive absence as the team continues to integrate new players ahead of the 2025-26 regular season.
Injury Update: Jimmy Butler’s Status
During Monday’s practice, Butler suffered an ankle sprain, according to Warriors head coach Steve Kerr. Initially, the team believed the injury was minor. However, it has resulted in some swelling, prompting Butler’s exclusion from Tuesday’s game.
- Injury Details: Ankle sprain sustained during practice.
- Expected Return: Team hopes Butler can play in the preseason finale against the LA Clippers on Friday.
- Preseason Stats: Butler averaged 10.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.0 steals in 16 minutes over two games.
Team Outlook Without Butler
The Warriors’ roster changes have created high expectations for the season, especially with a core including Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Al Horford. Maintaining player health is crucial, given their shared history and age. Without Butler, the Warriors look to perform against the Trail Blazers as they refine their strategies in the preseason.
The game is scheduled for Tuesday at 10:00 p.m. ET in Portland. The Warriors need these last few games to finalize their adjustments before the regular season begins.
