Steve Kerr Adjusts Warriors Lineup as Jimmy Butler Boosts Team Performance
Golden State's recent rotation changes and Butler's impact have revitalized the team, driving a playoff push with a renewed sense of confidence and chemistry.
- Steve Kerr confirmed that Jonathan Kuminga will return to a bench role once he recovers from injury, maintaining the current starting lineup of Moses Moody and Brandin Podziemski.
- The Warriors have won four of five games since acquiring Jimmy Butler, who has been praised by Kerr and Draymond Green for his playmaking, defensive presence, and ability to elevate team cohesion.
- Butler has averaged 20.4 points, 6 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game since joining Golden State, significantly improving offensive efficiency and creating better scoring opportunities for teammates.
- Buddy Hield has embraced a sixth-man role, delivering a standout 22-point performance in the Warriors' recent win over Sacramento, showcasing his sharpshooting off the bench.
- Kerr compared Butler’s impact to that of Andre Iguodala during Golden State's 2015 championship run, emphasizing Butler’s combination of athleticism, fundamentals, and basketball IQ.
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