"Coach Steve Kerr calls it "chaos," the unpredictable philosophy that has produced four titles and iconic moments over an eight-year span. And yet, it is Jimmy Butler's methodical execution of a pick-and-roll, his total stillness at the free-throw line, that could end up defining the Warriors' season. 'He provides that stability,' Kerr said. 'We've always been at our best when we can provide the support for Draymond and Steph's chaos with some stability,'"
"Butler poured in 31 points and made all 16 of his free throws in Golden State's 119-109 victory over the Lakers in Los Angeles. In crunch time, stability teamed with chaos to close out the Lakers as LeBron James watched from his seat on the sideline. In the final minutes, Butler repeatedly ran the pick-and-roll with Curry as the screener, bringing back memories of when Kevin Durant would activate the league's deadliest play a decade ago."
""You always have to be aware of where Steph is on the floor, whether he's a screener off the ball or on the ball," Butler said. "Two people are going to be guarding him at some point, maybe even three. You just have to make the right read.""
The Warriors' identity centers on Stephen Curry's perpetual motion, quick-trigger shooting, and Draymond Green's intense defensive rotations labeled as chaos. Jimmy Butler brings methodical pick-and-roll execution and calm free-throw shooting that counterbalances that chaos. Butler scored 31 points and hit all 16 free throws in a 119-109 win over the Lakers, repeatedly running pick-and-rolls with Curry late in the game. His full offseason integration after a February trade enhanced chemistry and spacing, creating open looks for teammates like Gary Payton II and helping the team close out tight contests.
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