Warriors’ Jimmy Butler jokes about ‘fistfight’ with Mike Dunleavy over G League rehab desire

First reported by The Athletic at Fri 6:01 AM · 3 outlets in all

1. Yahoo Sports25mWarriors’ Jimmy Butler jokes about ‘fistfight’ with Mike Dunleavy over G League rehab desireGolden State Warriors veteran Jimmy Butler is heading to the G League , whether GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. approves it or not. The six-time All-Star forward is recovering from a torn right ACL and is eager to rehab with the Santa Cruz Warriors, Golden State’s G League affiliate. After All-Star Stephen Curry suffered an oblique injury , the team could
2. EssentiallySports3h“Me and Mike Will Fistfight”: Jimmy Butler Admits Keeping Warriors Front Office in Dark Over Career DecisionThe Golden State Warriors entered the 2026-27 season missing a few key players, one of whom was their star forward Jimmy Butler. After tearing his ACL in January 2026, he’s well on his way to making a full recovery and wants to play an official game in the G League before hitting the NBA court.
3. The Athletic(subscription required)10hWarriors star Jimmy Butler wants to play a G League game as he rehabs from ACL tear"It may not be for long, but I'm going to play in Santa Cruz," the Warriors star told The Athletic.