Jimmy Butler of the Golden State Warriors chipped in 21 points, five rebounds, and five assists during Tuesday night’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Not only did that help lead to a 98-79 win, but it also notched another huge career achievement for Butler.
The Warriors celebrated Butler on social media, notifying fans that Butler has now earned 16,000 career points.
There were concerns about Butler’s move to Golden State, but it has been an undeniable success.
Jimmy buckets.
Congrats on 16,000 career points ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/FDnMCI4Jqq
— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) October 29, 2025
So far this season, Butler has averaged 21.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 4.8 assists on 54.4 percent from the field and 57.1 percent from beyond the three-point line.
He has been a blessing for this team since moving from the Miami Heat last season.
His final few months with the Heat were complicated and dysfunctional, and Butler said that he had lost his joy of playing basketball.
That joy certainly seems to be back, and he is playing like a man on a mission, one who is happy to be battling alongside his teammates.
This is his 15th season in the NBA, and Butler has earned a career average of 18.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.3 assists.
He has played for multiple teams, but it’s been a long time since he has performed with the sort of aggression and positivity that he has with the Warriors.
This is a big reason why so many people think they could be one of the greatest teams in the Western Conference.
They may be older, but they have plenty of experience and the right attitude.
When Butler was leaving the Heat, a lot of people thought his best days were behind him and that he wouldn’t ever play like he used to.
But coming to the Warriors has given him the boost of energy that he needed.
16,000 points is a major achievement, but Butler has a lot more left in him.
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