Jimmy Butler Makes Warriors History vs Mavericks

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler has been an absolute star for the team

Feb 23, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) reacts during the third quarter of the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images | John Hefti-Imagn Images

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler has been everything the team has wanted and more.

When the Warriors traded for Butler, they desperately needed a boost. Very few expected that the results would have been as great as they've been. After defeating the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday afternoon, the Golden State Warriors officially became 5-1 in the Jimmy Butler era.

Additionally, Butler made his home debut for the Warriors on Sunday and made some history in the process.

According to StatMamba, Butler had the highest +/- in a home debut in Warriors franchise history against the Dallas Mavericks.

Jimmy Butler had the highest +/- in a home debut in Warriors franchise history. pic.twitter.com/7blEimyj1Z
— StatMamba (@StatMamba) February 23, 2025

Against the Mavericks, Butler put up 18 points, 5 assists, 3 rebounds, 1 steal, and 1 block on 55.6% shooting from the field. He was a plus 28 for the Warriors in the process.

“The game feels easier right now for us," Warriors coach Steve Kerr said after the game about Butler. “Every play is not as crucial when there’s a consistency to the game. You can make a mistake and keep playing and not feel like …We’ve got to flip things right now."

"First game is a DUB...now I gotta find somewhere to live..."

Jimmy after his first game in Golden State with the Warriors 😂 pic.twitter.com/l5EIVCpQMS
— NBA (@NBA) February 23, 2025

After the win, the Warriors officially finish the day with a 30-27 record, just two games out of the sixth seed in the Western Conference. If the trend continues, with how easy the Warriors' schedule is, the team has a legitimate chance to secure a playoff spot.

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