Warriors F Jimmy Butler (back spasms) out vs. 76ers

Field Level Media|published: Sat 1st March, 20:37 2025

NBA: Golden State Warriors at Orlando Magic

Feb 27, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) is guarded by Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler will miss Saturday night's game against the host Philadelphia 76ers due to spasms in the middle of his back.

Warriors coach Steve Kerr said he believes Butler, 35, was injured during Thursday's 121-115 road victory over the Orlando Magic.

This marks Butler's first missed game since Golden State acquired him from the Miami Heat at the trade deadline.

Golden State is 7-1 with Butler playing, including five straight victories.

Butler is averaging 16.4 points, 5.8 rebounds and 5.6 assists with the Warriors.

Golden State also is without Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) against the 76ers.

Philadelphia shut down star center Joel Embiid (knee) for the season on Friday.

--Field Level Media

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