Jimmy Butler is not playing (or is absent from the court) because he suffered an injury during the Golden State Warriors’ game against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Here are the specific details regarding his situation:
Reason for Absence: Butler left the game early due to a left knee injury (specifically reported as a left gluteal contusion/soreness).
When it Happened: He started the game but exited in the second quarter and was ruled out for the remainder of the contest.
Current Status: As of the latest update, he will not return to this game.
If you are checking for a game scheduled for Wednesday night (Dec 3), please note that the Warriors do not have a game scheduled. Their next matchup is set for Thursday, December 4, against the Philadelphia 76ers, though Butler’s availability for that game is now in question.
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Jimmy Butler’s official injury
As of Wednesday, December 3, 2025, Jimmy Butler’s official injury designation for the upcoming game against the Philadelphia 76ers is Questionable (Day-to-Day).
Here is the breakdown of the official report:
Official Designation: Questionable
Injury Listed: Left Gluteal Contusion
Status for Thursday vs. 76ers: He is currently considered Day-to-Day. The team is expected to re-evaluate him before the game on Thursday, December 4.
Context: He sustained the injury after a hard fall during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on December 2. While some reports briefly mentioned a “sore knee” or “ankle,” the official injury report lists the issue as a gluteal contusion (a deep bruise).
Next Step: Since his status is “Day-to-Day,” the final decision on whether he plays will likely be made after the morning shootaround on Thursday.
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