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Warriors' Jimmy Butler among intriguing 2027 NBA free agents

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:22 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Warriors' Jimmy Butler among intriguing 2027 NBA free agents

Summary

As the 2026 NBA offseason winds down, attention turns to potential free agents for the 2027 season. Jimmy Butler, currently on the Warriors, remains a key figure. At 37, he has one year and $56.8 million left on his contract and is rehabilitating from a knee injury sustained in January. The Warriors hope to have him back midseason. His absence was felt last season, as his presence significantly boosted the team's performance when he played alongside Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. The Warriors are focused on returning Butler to health to gauge their team's future dynamics.

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Status Watch

•Butler has one year left on his contract.
•He is recovering from a torn ACL injury.
•Warriors hope to have him back midseason.
•Team performed better with him on the court.
•His status impacts future roster decisions.

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6:22 PMYahoo Sports — The 5 most interesting potential 2027 NBA free agents, including a perennial All-Star on the Warriors

What they're saying

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With the bulk of the 2026 offseason’s player movement now concluded, it’s time to start looking at who could wind up on the open market next summer.
— Yahoo Sportsby Dan Devine

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