Warriors' Draymond Green boldly flaunts how the addition of Jimmy Butler will shake things up
Although fans and analysts often focus on Butler’s history of discontent and trade demands, there’s no denying that his presence elevates any team he joins. When he was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the team saw a 16-game win increase the following season.
Before the Philadelphia 76ers signed him, the team held a .600 win percentage, which jumped to .628 after his arrival. Will this be the Butler effect in his new destination?
>>In his first season with the Heat, they went from missing the playoffs to reaching the finals, and now the Warriors are hoping for a similar turnaround. Could Butler be the key to reigniting their season?
“He’s the type of player who changes an organization,” Draymond Green said. “He’s done it everywhere he’s been, and now he’s helping to revive what we’ve got here, renewing confidence in this group. Since he arrived, everything has completely shifted. It’s like going from darkness to light.”
In just four games, the Warriors are showing impressive performance, with Butler averaging 21.3 points, seven rebounds, and 5.3 assists. However, his shooting percentages still leave room for improvement, suggesting that there’s more to come. Green is confident that Butler will adjust quickly. Will he raise his game and take the team to new heights?
>>After the All-Star break, the Warriors are gearing up to double down on efforts, aiming for the playoffs with hopes of going deep.
>However, it’s not all about this year, as their window extends over the next two seasons thanks to Butler’s recent contract extension. Could this be the start of a new era of success for Golden State?