Jimmy Butler ranked No. 20 small forward in NBA history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Jimmy Butler has been ranked as the No. 20 small forward in the history of the NBA. His ranking comes from HoopsHype's list of the top 20 small forwards, where Butler is recognized for his two-way play and playoff success. He played for the Philadelphia 76ers for 55 games before joining the Miami Heat, leading them to the NBA Finals in 2020 and 2023. Now with the Golden State Warriors, he faces challenges with injuries but maintains a strong performance when healthy, aiming to further build his Hall of Fame resume.
- •Butler played 55 games for the Philadelphia 76ers before moving to Miami.
- •He led the Heat to the NBA Finals in 2020 and 2023.
- •Butler currently plays for the Golden State Warriors.
- •He is a 6-time All-Star and 5-time All-NBA Team member.
- •Despite injuries, he has performed well when able to play.
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Former Sixers star Jimmy Butler ranked No. 20 small forward in history
"Former Philadelphia 76ers star Jimmy Butler comes in ranked as the No. 20 small forward in the history of the league.
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