Warriors plan for Jimmy Butler's return as recovery progresses
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 4:41 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Golden State Warriors await the return of Jimmy Butler, who is recovering from a torn ACL. Butler will not start the season with the team, and his exact return date remains uncertain. Reports suggest he could be back before the trade deadline, perhaps targeting a return around Christmas. The Warriors seek Butler's contributions to enhance their roster, which has seen limited offseason moves. With Butler turning 37 soon, the organization is cautious regarding his comeback and performance level.
- •Warriors struggling after missing playoffs last season.
- •Butler recovering from a torn ACL, aiming for return by Christmas.
- •Golden State made few notable additions in free agency.
- •Butler's age raises concerns about his return to form.
- •Team hopes for Butler to guide success heading into trade deadline.
- 4:41 AMYahoo Sports — New Jimmy Butler Injury Update Confirms Warriors Big Plan
"The Golden State Warriors will need Jimmy Butler back on the court for any chance of success this season. Butler is recovering from a torn ACL that saw him missing the second half of this season. Golden State will not have Butler back to start the season, and it remains unclear when exactly he will […] The post New Jimmy Butler Injury Update Confirms Warriors Big Plan appeared first on HEAVY.
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