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Why Jimmy Butler gives Warriors reason to believe with Stephen Curry sidelined

The Golden State Warriors must do what they have not been able to over the past 15 years: Win without Stephen Curry, who suffered a strain of his left hamstring in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series.

The Warriors rallied around his absence, defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves in their series opener, 99-88, thanks to a collective effort. The Wolves will host Game 2 on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. ET on TNT.

Curry will be reevaluated in a week's time, which puts his availability for Wednesday's Game 5 in jeopardy. Game 6 is not scheduled until May 18, a dozen days removed from the injury.