Jimmy Butler responds to trade rumors amid injury recovery with Warriors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 7:35 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Jimmy Butler faces trade rumors as the Golden State Warriors appear ready to move on from the veteran player, following his torn ACL injury earlier this year. During the 2024-25 season, Butler averaged 19.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 5.3 assists before his injury cut the season short. The Warriors are reportedly interested in acquiring a star player like Anthony Davis, but sources close to Butler believe he will remain with the team. His ongoing recovery from the ACL injury raises questions about his future performance and the viability of his hefty contract with the Warriors.
- •Butler suffered a torn ACL injury in January 2026.
- •Warriors finished the season with a 37-45 record without him.
- •Team is rumored to be pursuing Anthony Davis from the Wizards.
- •Butler averaged 19.1 points per game during his time with the Warriors.
- •Sources indicate Butler's camp believes he will not be traded.
- 3:22 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors looking to trade Jimmy Butler & 2 teams make the most sense
- 7:35 AMYahoo Sports — What Jimmy Butler thinks of trade rumors hinting a move away from Golden State Warriors
"It’s no secret that the Warriors are looking to move Jimmy Butler this NBA offseason. Golden State acquired Butler a little over a year ago and could already be looking to move on. The aging star is coming off an…
"The Golden State Warriors already seem ready to move on from Jimmy Butler. Jimmy Butler became a member of the Golden State Warriors during the 2024-25 NBA season following a huge fallout with the Miami Heat.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 3:22 PMWarriors looking to trade Jimmy Butler & 2 teams make the most sense
It’s no secret that the Warriors are looking to move Jimmy Butler this NBA offseason. Golden State acquired Butler a little over a year ago and could already be looking to move on. The aging star is coming off an…
- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 7:35 AMWhat Jimmy Butler thinks of trade rumors hinting a move away from Golden State Warriors
The Golden State Warriors already seem ready to move on from Jimmy Butler. Jimmy Butler became a member of the Golden State Warriors during the 2024-25 NBA season following a huge fallout with the Miami Heat.
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