While most NBA media and fans have been understandably focused on the Lakers’ blockbuster trade for Luka Dončić, their cross-state rivals have quietly been playing their best basketball of the season.
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green revealed that Stephen Curry had been correct about a key aspect of the team before Jimmy Butler was traded to the franchise. The Golden State Warriors are a completely different team since Jimmy Butler joined their roster.
While many expected Jimmy Butler to be at odds with Draymond Green when the Golden State Warriors acquired him at this year's trade deadline, the two get along fine. In fact, Green now admits that he understands why so many players have had issues with Butler in the past.
Golden State has won 10 of their last 12 games with Butler and besides the former Miami Heat star thriving, Curry has been stellar as in the 121-119 win over the Brooklyn Nets, he scored 40 points. Green would say via The Athletic that Curry “was right” that the team before couldn't come back, but with Butler, they are a different team.