Warriors Jimmy Butler Sends Blunt 3-Word Stephen Curry Statement

Injured Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler assumed an impromptu coaching role on Monday night, writing a blunt three-word message on a clipboard regarding Stephen Curry: "PASS TO STEPH." Butler, who continues his recovery from January ACL surgery, joined head coach Steve Kerr on the sideline dressed in coaching attire during the Warriors' 138-87 rout of the New Orleans Pelicans.

Golden State extended its NBA-high winning streak to eight games behind 25 points from Curry, who played just 21 minutes due to the blowout. Following the victory, Kerr admitted he initially joked about Butler dressing as a coach, while teammate De'Anthony Melton humorously reacted to Butler's sideline antics.