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Jimmy Butler's Game 3 Status Uncertain After Pelvic Injury Fuels Rockets-Warriors Tensions

A controversial foul in Game 2 has sparked accusations, with Dillon Brooks targeting Draymond Green and coaches defending Amen Thompson's intent.

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Overview

  • Golden State's Jimmy Butler sustained a pelvic contusion in Game 2 after a collision with Houston's Amen Thompson, leaving his availability for Game 3 uncertain.
  • Rockets forward Dillon Brooks shifted blame to Warriors' Draymond Green, accusing him of being the 'dirty player' in the incident.
  • Warriors coach Steve Kerr and Rockets coach Ime Udoka both defended Thompson, stating the play was unintentional and part of aggressive playoff basketball.
  • Warriors wing Moses Moody responded to Brooks' accusations with irony, referencing Brooks' own reputation for physical play.
  • Stephen Curry publicly supported Draymond Green on social media, while both teams prepare for a pivotal Game 3 in the tied series.