It's safe to say that the Jimmy Butler trade has been an early success for the Golden State Warriors. So far, the Warriors have gone 2-0 since Butler joined the

Six days ago, we thought the best chance we had at a fun trade deadline was convincing Bradley Beal to waive his no-trade clause. Since then, Luka Dončić, Anthony Davis, Jimmy Butler, Brandon Ingram, Khris Middleton and De’Aaron Fox have been traded. Beal is still chillin’.

Just hours before the NBA trade deadline, the Golden State Warriors reportedly finalized a deal for Jimmy Butler, who had been seeking a way out of the Miami Heat for weeks. However, reports indicate that the trade only materialized after a major decision by Kevin Durant,

With the Jimmy Butler trade, the Golden State Warriors are considered big winners of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. But according to ESPN's Shams Charania, they had ambitions of sending Butler to the Suns for Kevin Durant before the 2x champion shut it down.

Wednesday's trade might have been a backup plan for both parties, and an expensive one. But Golden State thinks the risk could work.

Warriors forward Jimmy Butler explained that he's been 'gassed' in his two games with the team, despite the quality performances.

ESPN's Brian Windhorst reported Monday that Butler has told the Warriors he won't sign a contract extension if the Heat work out a trade with Golden State. Butler, 35, has a $52.4 million player option on his contract for the 2025-26 season. If he declines that option, Butler will become an unrestricted free agent this summer.

The Golden State Warriors set their sights on Kevin Durant before pivoting to a deal with the Miami Heat for Jimmy Butler, according to ESPN's Shams

With each new franchise, Butler brings wins and, at times, controversy. But if it means a return to the mountaintop, Golden State is prepared for both. Melissa Rohlin has the scoop.