However, as Melo explained, it was impossible for Butler to take over because Golden State operates on a system custom-made for Curry, and Jimmy, for all his greatness, doesn't play the same way.

During the second half, Jimmy Butler had a big spin move on Anthony Edwards that got a lot of views on social media. Via The NBA : "THIS JIMMY SPIN & LAY 🔥🔥 He's got 22 as the Warriors lead ...

They showed Jimmy different looks by putting Jaden McDaniels, Julius Randle or Anthony Edwards on him. ... Jimmy Butler's not that unstoppable guy like those guys." No "Playoff Jimmy" vs. T-Wolves.

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