"Breaking: Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler has suffered a season-ending torn right ACL, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/WIbPQqubfJ- Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) January 20, 2026 Not only are the Warriors' already under exceeding, but the team's plans ahead of the NBA trade deadline in February were already a major question. Now, with Butler being ruled out for the season with an ACL injury, it only adds more weight to the plate of general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr."
"The former All-Star was once considered one of the most versatile playmakers in the league and his role on the Bucks' championship roster in 2021 was pivotal to the team's success. Since, his career was derailed by injuries, where he's struggled to return to his peak play. Despite that, those injury concerns have quietly subsided this season in Washington, with Middleton playing in 29 of the Wizards first 42 games."
Jimmy Butler suffered a season-ending torn right ACL, removing a key player from the Golden State Warriors and compounding an already frustrating start. The injury increases pressure on general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. with the NBA trade deadline approaching in February. The Washington Wizards could offer Khris Middleton's expiring contract as a potential solution for Golden State. Middleton arrived in Washington via a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks that involved Kyle Kuzma and aimed to support Giannis Antetokounmpo. Middleton played a pivotal role on the Bucks' 2021 championship roster, later faced injury setbacks, and has played 29 of Washington's first 42 games.
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