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Jimmy Butler shares recovery progress ahead of Warriors' season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 9:14 PM

Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Jimmy Butler shares recovery progress ahead of Warriors' season
Summary

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III continues to rehabilitate from a torn ACL, sidelining him for the season. He is performing light court work but will not be ready for opening night. Butler expressed his longing to return to the game, emphasizing the emotional toll of being unable to compete alongside his teammates. He reported progress in his recovery, stating he can now run and even dunk, while maintaining a positive presence in the locker room. He believes that he will return to play at a high level, although he has not set a specific timeline for his comeback.

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  • •Butler is recovering from a torn ACL injury sustained in January.
  • •He will miss the Warriors' opening night of the season.
  • •Butler can now run and dunk as part of his rehab progress.
  • •He emphasizes the emotional impact of his injury on his love for basketball.
  • •Butler remains positive about returning to play at a high level.
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  • 9:14 PMYahoo Sports — Jimmy Butler injury update: Warriors star opens up, 'I just miss the game'
What they're saying
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Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III looks to return to the Warriors at some point. Until then, he's just happy to be back around.

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