The Golden State Warriors’ Game 2 clash with the Houston Rockets took a frightening turn when Jimmy Butler came down hard after being undercut by Amen Thompson midway through the second quarter. The veteran forward immediately grimaced in pain, clutching his leg as he limped off the court and into the locker room — a sight no Warriors fan wanted to see.
Butler, who was pivotal in Golden State’s Game 1 victory with 25 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and five steals, had been providing both offensive firepower and relentless defense before the incident. His impact was especially vital in helping the Warriors secure a 1–0 series lead with a 95–85 win in Houston.
While the game remains in progress, all eyes have shifted to the status of Butler, whose absence could tilt the balance of the series. Stephen Curry continues to lead the Warriors’ offense, while Brandin Podziemski, recently cleared to play, adds depth in Butler’s absence. On the Rockets’ side, Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun are pushing hard to even the series, capitalizing on the Warriors’ sudden vulnerability.
Golden State now holds its breath, hoping its emotional leader hasn’t suffered a series-altering blow.
(Hang tight this is a developing story…)
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