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Jimmy Butler Prepares for First Game in Miami Since Trade to Warriors

As Butler downplays the emotional significance of his return, Stephen Curry's possible return from injury adds intrigue to the highly anticipated matchup.

Jimmy Butler III #10 of the Golden State Warriors warms up before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on March 22, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry sits on the bench against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on Jan. 13, 2025, in Toronto.
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Overview

  • Jimmy Butler, traded to the Warriors in February after a fractured relationship with the Heat, returns to Miami for the first time since the move.
  • Butler has dismissed the emotional weight of the game, stating it is 'just another game' and expressing no hard feelings toward the Heat organization.
  • The Heat plan to honor Butler with a tribute video during the game, despite the acrimonious end to his tenure and their struggles since the trade.
  • Stephen Curry has rejoined the Warriors in Miami and is listed as questionable for the game, with his status contingent on how his pelvic contusion responds to treatment.
  • The Warriors have thrived since acquiring Butler, posting a 16-3 record in games he has played, while the Heat have struggled significantly with a 5-17 record post-trade.