A large part of the onus has since fallen on Jimmy Butler, the six-time All-Star veteran forward they traded for in February. But in Game 4 on Monday, he seemed flat and had just 14 points on nine shot attempts. Head coach Steve Kerr told the media that there was a big reason Butler didn't play up to his standards.

Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler contradicted his coach Steve Kerr’s earlier take that he and Jonathan Kuminga can’t play together. In Game 3, Butler and Kuminga combined for 63 points as the unlikely duo nearly led the Warriors to a much-needed win but ultimately fell short.

Steve Kerr spoke with reporters on Sunday and admitted he pretty much has no choice. The Warriors head coach wants to get Jimmy Butler more rest, but how can he? Stephen Curry is out, and Butler is the main offensive force Golden State has. Kerr quickly clarified that rest isn't Butler's concern.

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr is confident Jimmy Butler will be “ready to roll” in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night at Target Center.

If Warriors win Game 5 over MIN, there’s a ‘possibility’ Stephen Curry will be available for Game 6 at Chase CenterSource: Bluesky What’s the buzz on Twitter?