Warriors forward Jimmy Butler is doubtful for Game 3 of their playoff series against the Houston Rockets due to a pelvic contusion sustained in Game 2. Following an MRI, it's confirmed he has a deep gluteal muscle contusion, which raises concerns for the team's rotation and strategy. Coach Steve Kerr acknowledges Butler's importance, impacting the Warriors' game plan. Throughout the playoffs, Butler has proven vital in supporting Stephen Curry, yet his injury poses a challenge as they head into a tied series.
"If Jimmy's out, we have to rethink everything," coach Steve Kerr said, "like rotations, who starts and the best combinations and all that stuff."
"Obviously, he's a huge part of what they do," Rockets coach Ime Udoka said. "Isolation scorer, cross matches, he likes to hunt those, so you can key in on Curry a little bit more obviously with him not on the court."
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