Jimmy Butler III

Jimmy Butler III filled the stat sheet for the Warriors Friday night, dishing out five assists, recording one steal, grabbing eight rebounds, and scoring 15 points (6-11 FG, 0-2 3PT, 3-4 FT) in a 127-120 loss to the Timberwolves.

Fantasy Impact

Butler III continues a modest stretch on both ends of the floor, finishing with three or more rebounds and six or more points in each of his last five games. The veteran forward continues to provide fantasy managers with a mostly safe option as part of an inconsistent Golden State lineup, averaging 19.3 points, 5.0 assists, and 5.8 rebounds per game while posting a usage rate of 21.7% so far this season.

Jimmy Butler III scored 19 points (5-10 FG, 2-2 3PT, 7-10 FT) to go along with eight rebounds, six assists and two steals in the Warriors 123-91 in the Warriors 123-91 win over the Bulls.

Fantasy Impact

Butler continues to take on a bigger playmaking role with Steph Curry (quad) sidelined. He played just 29 minutes in Sunday's blowout win.

Jimmy Butler III has been upgraded to probable for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bulls.

Fantasy Impact

Butler is expected to return Sunday after a two-game absence due to a knee injury. With him back in the lineup, Jonathan Kuminga will likely see a dip in usage, while Gui Santos should see a reduction in minutes.

Jimmy Butler III (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday night's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Fantasy Impact

Saturday night will mark the second-straight game that Butler has missed due to a knee injury. He's considered day-to-day for the time being, and his next chance to play will come on Sunday against the Bulls. Jonathan Kuminga will benefit from his absence against the Cavaliers.

Left knee soreness has placed Jimmy Butler's status in doubt for Saturday's matchup against Cleveland. The star forward sustained the injury during Tuesday's contest against OKC and was forced to sit out Thursday's game.

Fantasy Impact

Consequently, Butler is at risk of missing his second consecutive outing.