Jimmy Butler III
#10SF · Golden State Warriors
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsB-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 907 | 18.4 | 5.4 | 4.4 | 1.6 | 0.4 | 47.4% | 33.0% | 84.4% |
| 2025-26 | 38 | 20.0 | 5.6 | 4.9 | 1.4 | 0.2 | 51.9% | 37.6% | 86.4% |
| 2024-25 | 11 | 19.2 | 6.6 | 5.2 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 44.7% | 30.6% | 80.0% |
| 2023-24 | 60 | 20.8 | 5.3 | 5.0 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 49.9% | 41.4% | 85.8% |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$111.0M
AAV
$55.5M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Jimmy Butler III's contract with the Golden State Warriors grades out as a slightly below-market contract, earning a D+ CVI grade. At $55.5M per year over 2 years, this is a max contract at the maximum allowed salary. Jimmy's deal falls in the max tier for NBA Small Forwards. At 36, the age-adjusted value factors in potential decline over the contract term. The max contract structure means Jimmy's salary is artificially capped — the CVI accounts for the compression between market value and allowed salary. The team will need Jimmy to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.
Performance Analysis
Jimmy Butler III earns a B- Performance grade, reflecting above-average production for a Small Forward. Across 907 career games, Jimmy has averaged 18.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game. Jimmy's strongest metric is FG% at 4737.5, compared to the NBA Small Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is RPG at 5.4, below the Small Forward median of 5.0. Among 118 NBA Small Forwards graded this season, Jimmy ranks 12th in overall performance. Jimmy is a quality starter contributing on both ends for the Golden State Warriors.
Current Sentiment
Butler's torn ACL has shifted perception from controversial acquisition to injured concern. B-minus performance before injury disappointed fans expecting All-Star caliber play immediately. $55.5M contract now heavily scrutinized as he rehabs, raising durability questions. Season-ending ACL injury dominates narrative; recovery timeline and return uncertain for Warriors. Fan optimism deflated significantly; cautious wait-and-see approach on comeback rather than confidence.
Transaction History
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