While some were skeptical of the Golden State Warriors' decision to trade for Jimmy Butler, the move has undoubtedly paid dividends thus far. In his first three outings in a Golden State uniform, the six-time All-Star has helped the Warriors go 2-1 while averaging 22.

Butler had 25 points and four assists in his first game since a trade-deadline deal from Miami following a messy split with the Heat, helping the Warriors beat the Bulls 132-111 on Saturday night. “He's a lion out there,” coach Steve Kerr said. It was an emotional night for Butler.

The former Miami Heat star posted 25 points on 7-of-12 shooting, four assists and two rebounds in his first game since joining the Warriors at the trade deadline. That performance was a significant part of a 24-point comeback for Golden State, which defeated the Chicago Bulls 132-111 on Saturday.