US EditionJimmy Butler sitting out for Warriors in Game 3 of first-round series against Rockets
- Jimmy Butler will not play for Golden State in Saturday's Game 3 against the Houston Rockets.
- He suffered a bruised pelvis from a hard fall in Game 2 on Wednesday night.
- An MRI performed Thursday showed no fracture or structural damage to his pelvis.
- Butler averaged 17.9 points and 5.9 assists since joining the team in February.
- Jonathan Kuminga is expected to start in Butler's place for the pivotal Game 3.
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More Heartbreak for Warriors Community as National Reporter’s Jimmy Butler Update Puts Playoffs Future in Jeopardy
The Golden State Warriors were dealt a brutal blow just before Game 3 tipped off, with national insider Shams Charania revealing Jimmy Butler was ruled out due to a deep glute contusion. The injury has left Butler with significant swelling and virtually no mobility, putting not just tonight’s game but his Game 4 status in serious doubt. Without their newest star, Stephen Curry is shouldering even more responsibility. The Warriors’ leader unveile…
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SAN FRANCISCO – Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka has a habit of walking around every city he visits, and that routine continued Saturday prior to Game 3 of his team’s opening round playoff series against the Golden State Warriors. Related Articles Around San Francisco, Rockets coach has ‘pleasant’ talks with Warriors fans: ‘You’re not as brave in person’ Jimmy Butler injury update: Warriors star out for Game 3 …
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