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Warriors Get Major Jimmy Butler Trade News Before Season Opener

The Golden State Warriors reportedly have no intention of trading Jimmy Butler, who will miss the first half of the season with ACL injury.

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 3:42 PM
Warriors Get Major Jimmy Butler Trade News Before Season Opener
Key Things to Know
  • The Golden State Warriors reportedly have no intention of trading Jimmy Butler despite his ACL injury.
  • Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy reportedly turned down summer trade inquiries involving Anthony Davis and Jaylen Brown.
  • Butler is set to miss the first half of the 2026-27 season while on an expiring $56.8 million deal.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Golden State Warriors reportedly have no plans to trade Jimmy Butler, according to ESPN's Anthony Slater. Despite Butler being scheduled to miss the first half of the 2026-27 season with an ACL injury, general manager Mike Dunleavy views the 37-year-old as an essential contributor for the team's future.

Golden State passed on potential offseason trades for Anthony Davis and Jaylen Brown to retain Butler on his expiring $56.8 million contract. While the front office aims to give Butler, Stephen Curry, and Draymond Green another competitive run, league insiders suggest trades remain possible at the deadline if the season falters.

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