Warriors’ Jimmy Butler Sidelined Against Suns Due to Lower Back Pain
Golden State Warriors’ player Jimmy Butler faced an early exit in the match against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday due to lower back soreness. This injury surfaced after a recent loss to the Indiana Pacers on Saturday.
Injury Details
Butler was initially listed as questionable for the game. He participated in warm-ups about 90 minutes before the game and received clearance to play. However, he struggled during his time on the court, scoring only one point from five attempts in 14 minutes of play.
Game Progression
- Butler left the game at the 7:04 mark in the second quarter.
- He did not return for the second half or sit on the bench.
- The team officially ruled him out in the third quarter.
Season Performance
Since being traded to the Warriors in February, Butler has shown remarkable durability. He participated in 30 of the 31 regular-season games and missed only one playoff game last season after an injury. He had started all eight games this season prior to his injury against the Suns.
Upcoming Schedule
The Warriors are set to play the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night, starting a stretch where eight out of their next nine games will be on the road. The team will need to adapt quickly to Butler’s absence as they pursue further success this season.
