Jimmy Butler sitting out for Warriors in Game 3 of first-round series against Rockets

Stephen Curry heats up with Jimmy Butler out, scores 36 as Warriors beat Rockets 104-93 for 2-1 lead

Stephen Curry eventually found his shooting groove and got hot while Houston tried everything to stop him, finishing with 36 points, nine assists and seven rebounds to lead the Golden State Warriors past the Rockets 104-93 for a 2-1 lead in their first-round playoff series.

Houston Rockets fall flat in 4th quarter, losing to Warriors in Game 3 on ABC13

The Houston Rockets lost to the Golden State Warriors on the road in Game 3 of the Western Conference first round on ABC13.

Jimmy Butler injury update: Warriors rule out star forward for Game 3 vs. Rockets

Butler's MRI on Thursday revealed a pelvis contusion

More Heartbreak for Warriors Community as National Reporter’s Jimmy Butler Update Puts Playoffs Future in Jeopardy

The Golden State Warriors were dealt a brutal blow just before Game 3 tipped off, with national insider Shams Charania revealing Jimmy Butler was ruled out due to a deep glute contusion. The injury has left Butler with significant swelling and virtually no mobility, putting not just tonight’s game but his Game 4 status in serious doubt. Without their newest star, Stephen Curry is shouldering even more responsibility. The Warriors’ leader unveile…

Around San Francisco, Rockets coach has ‘pleasant’ talks with Warriors fans: ‘You’re not as brave in person’

SAN FRANCISCO – Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka has a habit of walking around every city he visits, and that routine continued Saturday prior to Game 3 of his team’s opening round playoff series against the Golden State Warriors. Related Articles Around San Francisco, Rockets coach has ‘pleasant’ talks with Warriors fans: ‘You’re not as brave in person’ Jimmy Butler injury update: Warriors star out for Game 3 …

Why is Jimmy Butler not playing tonight against Rockets? Warriors' decision on star forward explored

It appears that Jimmy Butler won't be available for the Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of their first-round series matchup against the Houston Rockets on Saturday.