Jimmy Butler shares update on ACL recovery, future...
Key takeaways
- SAN FRANCISCO -- Nearing the four-month mark since ACL surgery on his right knee, Golden State Warriors wing Jimmy Butler predicted a loud return to the court whenever he is ultimately cleared this upcoming season.
- "I'm right back to who I've always been," Butler told ESPN.
- Butler made an appearance in San Francisco this past week, serving as the signature guest for the Warriors' announcement of a sponsor of a new jersey patch.
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SAN FRANCISCO -- Nearing the four-month mark since ACL surgery on his right knee, Golden State Warriors wing Jimmy Butler predicted a loud return to the court whenever he is ultimately cleared this upcoming season.
"I'm right back to who I've always been," Butler told ESPN. "Probably better if we was to really talk about it. I know I'm still going to be a top player whenever I get back. I have a couple good years left in me, and we're going to ride it until the wheels fall off."
Butler made an appearance in San Francisco this past week, serving as the signature guest for the Warriors' announcement of a sponsor of a new jersey patch. After the panel, Butler spoke with ESPN about his future with the franchise and his desire to retire in a Warriors uniform.