Overview

• Jimmy Butler’s 38-point performance, including a record-setting 18 free-throw attempts, led the Warriors to a 121-116 play-in victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.
• The mid-season acquisition of Butler has transformed the Warriors from an underperforming team into a playoff contender, blending his intensity with Stephen Curry’s calm leadership.
• Butler’s aggressive demeanor and vocal leadership have reshaped team dynamics, earning praise from teammates like Draymond Green and Stephen Curry.
• Despite criticism of his reliance on free throws, Butler’s contributions on both ends of the court have been pivotal in revitalizing the Warriors’ defensive and offensive strategies.
• As the Warriors prepare for their first-round playoff series, Butler’s veteran experience and postseason reputation as 'Playoff Jimmy' are seen as key assets for the team’s success.