Jimmy Butler, with a focus on getting to the line and making free throws, and Jonathan Kuminga, with an offseason contract standoff behind him, helped lead the Warriors to a season-opening win over the Lakers.

Just over an hour before tip on Tuesday night, Warriors coach Steve Kerr revealed an update on Butler. Butler will play and will not have any minute restrictions. Lineup alert: Jimmy Butler (ankle) won't have a minutes limit Tuesday, per coach Kerr.

Jimmy Butler led the Golden State Warriors to a road win over the Los Angeles Lakers on opening night while the Oklahoma City Thunder outlasted the Houston Rockets on opening night.

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Soccer has been a passion of mine for a long time, and being part of the game in a meaningful way has always been a dream.” - Jimmy Butler

Reporter’s remarks about Golden State Warriors’ Jimmy Butler spark debate over whether it was a subtle shot at Kevin Durant.