Even so, the Warriors have noticed a stark positive change with Butler in the group, starting with head coach Steve Kerr saying Butler brings an "it" factor and energy he now recognizes they needed.

There’s no questioning Jimmy Butler’s talent. But when he was looking for a new home before last week’s NBA trade deadline, there were concerns about his locker room fit. Golden State acquired the veteran forward in a blockbuster move just hours before the deadline,

Head coach Steve Kerr seems thrilled to have newly acquired Jimmy Butler as a member of the Golden State Warriors.