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Jimmy Butler Injury Update: Saturday 3/1/25 at the 76ers

Jimmy Butler Injury Update: Saturday 3/1/25 at the 76ers

NBA DraftKings Network Rail

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By: Keagan Smith

The Golden State Warriors are surging at the right time, winning seven of their last eight games since the acquisition of Jimmy Butler.

On Saturday, the Warriors are set to travel to Philadelphia for a matchup with the 76ers. Butler is officially listed questionable for that contest due to back spasms.

Since joining Golden State at the trade deadline, Butler is averaging 16.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per outing. The 35-year-old has fit in almost seamlessly with his new squad, providing a reliable second option next to Stephen Curry as they continue to develop chemistry in an already-productive two-man game.

If Butler can’t suit up, Brandin Podziemski is the next candidate to assume a greater role in the offense and absorb some of the former Heat star’s usual workload.

Regardless of Butler’s status, Saturday’s contest shouldn’t be too difficult for the Warriors. The 76ers will be without Joel Embiid, who was just shut down for the remainder of the season on Friday due to his lingering knee problems.

At 32-27, Golden State sits seventh in the Western Conference.

Keagan Smith
Keagan Smith
Keagan is a Texas-based editor and analyst who believes sports are the true eighth wonder of the world. After starting out in local media, he’s provided coverage for DraftKings Network since 2024. He gravitates toward football, hoops and hockey, but is happy to watch and write about any game that involves a ball or a puck. While his own athletic career ended in middle school, he’s also an avid fantasy player with a soft spot for dynasty formats, spending countless hours crafting the ever-elusive perfect squad.
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