Is Jimmy Butler playing tonight against the Houston Rockets? Latest on Warriors superstar's status (Apr. 6)

Jimmy Butler is expected to start against the Houston Rockets on Sunday. The Golden State Warriors superstar was not listed in the team's injury report ahead of the matchup. This comes as good news for the side looking to extend their five-game winning streak and consolidate their No. 5 position on the Western Conference Standings.

Butler's availability comes as good news as the Warriors have the veteran forward to help the frontcourt against a stern Rockets offense. The No. 2-seeded Houston outfit has played well on both ends of the floor and will be a bona fide threat to Golden State.

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"I’m here and ain’t s**t changed": Jimmy Butler on joining the Warriors and the objective to win his first ring

The Jimmy Butler to Golden State Warriors trade has been a win-win for both parties. The Bay Area side went from being well outside of playoff contention to making the fifth seed since his arrival. On his part, Butler has maintained that the objective was to help Golden State win and earn his first ring in the process.

Speaking to Andscape's Marc J. Spears, the 35-year-old said nothing had changed since his arrival in San Francisco.

"Show me some grace because I’m new until I get the hang of this thing. But the one thing about everything is my energy is at an all-time high because I’m here and ain’t s**t changed. The goal is still remaining the same, and that’s winning a championship."

Jimmy Butler is yet to switch to his famed "Playoff Jimmy" mode as he averages 17.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 5.4 assists while shooting 49.6% from the field, 28.9% from the deep, and 83.4% from the free-throw line.

His frontcourt chemistry with Draymond Green has been instrumental in the team's stellar run, and now all eyes will be on the veteran to see if he can win his first title with the Warriors.