Buddy Hield Reveals Shocking Truth Behind His Heated Dynamic With Jimmy Butler

Picture this: the Golden State Warriors tip-off their season, and—surprise, surprise—it’s not Steph Curry stealing the spotlight but Jimmy Butler, lighting up the scoreboard with a knockout 31-point effort against the Lakers. Now, here’s a question that’s been bouncing around my head—how often do you see a teammate’s grilling on a player turn into an outright celebration of his impact? Buddy Hield’s cheeky “I just don’t like him” comment might raise eyebrows, but scratch the surface, and it’s clear Butler’s vibe and leadership are fueling this Warriors squad in a way that stats alone could never capture. Buckle up—this isn’t just another game recap; it’s the beginning of what could be Butler’s defining season in Golden State.

Golden State Warriors v Los Angeles Lakers — (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Jimmy Butler led his Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night as they beat the Los Angeles Lakers during their first game of the season.

His 31 points, five rebounds, and four assists were a huge help for the Warriors and reminded fans why they should be so happy to have him in the lineup.

Following the game, Buddy Hield gave Butler a hard time before confirming how wonderful his vibe and support are.

“I just don’t like him. Simple as that. Nah, Jimmy’s cool. He’s been that spark for this team. He brings the vibe that every team needs. You can’t ask for much more than that,” Hield said.

Q: "Can you describe your relationship with Jimmy?"

Buddy: "I just don't like him, simple as that."

31 for Jimmy, 17 for Buddy in the @warriors opening W! pic.twitter.com/B7SXWus2Wo

— NBA (@NBA) October 22, 2025

It’s important to note that Hield was no slouch either, producing 17 points off the bench.

Many people expected Steph Curry to be the Warriors’ brightest star on Opening Night, but it was Butler who led the way, and he set the tempo and dictated the energy for the entire game.

This was an encouraging game for Warriors fans because they are expecting big things from Butler during his first full season with the team.

His numbers prove that he had an immediate impact on Golden State when he came to them from the Miami Heat last year, and everyone wants him to build upon that.

There is no doubt that he can score well, but the attitude he brings and the chemistry he builds with his teammates are vitally important, too.

That is especially true after the relationship with his last team fell apart so dramatically.

Hield obviously gets along with Butler, and the rest of the roster cares for him, too.

And if he keeps playing like he did on Tuesday, the fans will continue to love him as well.

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