Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry (30) right hand his wrapped up during their game against the Los Angeles Clippers in the third quarter at the Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Sunday, April 13, 2025. (Nhat V. Meyer/Bay Area News Group)

Nobody had to remind Draymond Green of Golden State's struggles in the NBA play-in tournament, because those results are still plenty fresh. Yet this time, Green is thrilled the Warriors have the added advantage of Jimmy Butler on their side to help them try to reach the first-round playoffs.

Ime Udoka's team set the tone, both in intensity and physicality, often fouling Stephen Curry to limit his overall impact on the game. During his postgame news conference, Jimmy Butler shared his frustration at how little protection Curry receives from the game officials.