Jimmy Butler wanted out of Miami, both for validation and a contract extension, while the Warriors needed a co-star for Steph Curry to extend the dynasty.
Chaos follows Jimmy Butler, but so do wins. It's why the Warriors gambled
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Will Butler finish his career with the Warriors? The biggest questions following the trade
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