Warriors' Coach Kerr Optimistic About Jimmy Butler's Return for Crucial Game 3
Source: news.source.inquirer
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr expressed optimism about forward Jimmy Butler playing in Game 3 of their NBA playoff series against the Houston Rockets. Butler suffered a pelvic contusion during Game 2 but is listed as questionable for the upcoming match. The series is currently tied, and Butler's potential participation is crucial as he has been a significant contributor since joining the Warriors mid-season.
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Steve Kerr is 'relatively optimistic' about Jimmy Butler playing in Game 3 despite a pelvic contusion.
Butler was injured in Game 2 after a foul by Houston's Amen Thompson and had an MRI to assess the injury.
The Warriors and Rockets series is tied at one game each, with Game 3 to be played in San Francisco.
Butler's performance stats with the Warriors include an average of 17.9 points, 5.9 assists, and 5.5 rebounds per game during the regular season.
Kerr mentioned that Butler's absence would require adjustments but wouldn't change the Warriors' overall strategy against the Rockets.
