Jimmy Butler Cleared to Play vs. Trail Blazers After Back Issue

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler (back) has been upgraded to available for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers. Butler was one of three probable players, alongside Draymond Green and Buddy Hield, who will all play. This month, Butler has been performing strongly, averaging 19.0 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 2.2 steals per game, providing a significant boost to the team's lineup.