Jimmy Butler gives unrealistic take on Warriors' championship window | Sporting News

Could the Golden State Warriors contend past Stephen Currys fortieth birthday? Following the Warriors season-ending 121-110 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals on Wednesday, forward Jimmy Butler delivered a hopeful (and perhaps unrealistic) message about Golden States championship window.

Butler expressed confidence in the teams future, suggesting their window extends beyond the presumed two-year timeline tied to the expiring contracts of himself, Curry, and Draymond Green.

If we win some, it could be longer than (two years), Butler said, per The Athletics Anthony Slater .

Because I still think we have a lot of great basketball ahead of us.

I dont think this age thing is anything with the way we take care of our bodies.

Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp Butler clearly believes that the Warriors core, despite being in their mid-to-late 30s, can defy age-related concerns and continue to contend.

Butlers optimism comes despite a challenging series against the Timberwolves, where the absence of Curry, sidelined by a hamstring strain since Game 1, exposed the teams vulnerabilities.

Butler averaged 20.2 points but struggled with efficiency, shooting 43% and posting a minus-37 plus-minus.

Yet, Butlers focus remains on the bigger picture, as evidenced by his postgame interview where he emphasized Golden States potential for excellence in 2025-26 and beyond.

The Warriors acquisition of Butler at the trade deadline revitalized a 25-26 squad, leading to a 23-8 finish and the NBAs top defensive rating over that stretch.

His integration with Curry and Green showcased a complementary dynamic.

While the series loss to a surging Wolves team led by Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle stung, Butlers comments reiterated a commitment to his new team.

Of course, Butlers confidence hinges on the trios health and the front offices roster decisions.

With players like Jonathan Kuminga and Kevon Looney facing uncertain futures, itll be interesting to see how Golden States GM Mike Dunleavy Jr.

handles the summer.

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