Jimmy Butler Exits Thunder Game with Left Knee Soreness, Ruled Out

Jimmy Butler will not return to Tuesday's game against the Thunder due to left knee soreness. The Golden State Warriors forward exited to the locker room in the second quarter, briefly returned, but was eventually ruled out for the remainder of the game. Prior to his exit, Butler recorded six points (2-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, and one assist across 15 minutes. With Butler sidelined, Gary Payton, Jonathan Kuminga, and Seth Curry are expected to see increased playing time.