The Golden State Warriors made a dramatic 24-point comeback to defeat the Chicago Bulls 132-111 on Saturday. Jimmy Butler, making his debut with the Warriors, contributed 25 points and 4 assists. After the team found themselves trailing 83-59 in the third quarter, Butler explained the turning point: a defensive shift. “Get some stops,” he said in a postgame interview, emphasizing that defense leads to fast breaks, which fuels their scoring ability.

Draymond Green and Butler led the defensive effort, while Steph Curry exploded for 22 points in the final 8 minutes of the third quarter. Curry finished the game with 34 points, helping the Warriors outscore the Bulls 73-28 in the second half.

Butler’s integration into the starting lineup injected new energy into the Warriors’ offense, giving them a renewed edge. The team’s resilience and ability to adapt on defense could make them a formidable opponent in the future, should they continue playing with this mindset.

Steph just sparked a 38-10 Warriors run 😱 pic.twitter.com/gGoUKCoA14

— Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) February 9, 2025