The Golden State Warriors are in a tough spot as they try to win games without superstar guard Stephen Curry who is out with a quad injury. However, the solution may already be staring them straight in the face.
On Saturday against the New Orleans Pelicans, Jimmy Butler did exactly what he was brought in to do when the Warriors made the big trade for the 6x All-Star last season. Butler took over the game and ran Golden State's offense for much of the contest.
Warriors need Jimmy Butler to step up in Stephen Curry's absence
When all was said and done, Butler made seven of 15 shots from the field and scored 24 points with eight rebounds and 10 assists in 37 gritty minutes.