Jimmy Butler’s first season with the Golden State Warriors might not have ended as he had hoped, however that doesn’t change his emotions concerning the workforce.
Butler was traded to the Warriors in early February and helped the workforce earn the seventh spot within the Western Convention. They beat the Houston Rockets in seven video games of their first-round playoff sequence, however then they misplaced to the Minnesota Timberwolves in 5 video games of their convention semifinals sequence.
Butler spoke with the media the day after his Warriors have been eradicated from the postseason. He made it clear that he’s pleased with the workforce.
“I’m comfy. I’m pleased. I obtained my pleasure again as Buddy stated. I’m very lucky to be right here,” Butler said, referencing teammate Buddy Hield, through Ohm Youngmisuk.
Butler additionally stated he was comfy in his function as a second choice to Steph Curry.
“To return right here and know I’m second to Steph is a very good factor. To be his sidekick, it’s actually refreshing,” Butler added.
Butler’s making clear that he’s pleased with the Warriors is important. Butler is notorious for forcing his way off teams when he will get disenchanted with a scenario. The 35-year-old remains to be below contract to make slightly below $111 million over the subsequent two seasons, which is a very long time for issues to alter.
Golden State took an opportunity when it acquired Butler in a commerce. He slot in effectively with the workforce, and he ought to be capable of make them harder subsequent season as they give the impression of being to be a big issue within the West.