Jimmy Butler Injury Update: Knee Progressing but No Running Yet

Jimmy Butler's knee recovery is progressing, but he still hasn't been cleared to run or jump off two feet. The veteran forward suffered a torn right ACL during a January 19 game against the Heat.

What happened?

Butler, who is recovering from a torn right ACL, said during a recent appearance that he is making strides in his recovery. However, he still has not been cleared to run or jump off two feet, and the veteran forward also has not been allowed to land on his right leg.

Why it matters for Jimmy Butler

Butler guessed that he's a month and a half away from being cleared to resume running. Given when the injury occurred, Butler may not be ready to go when the Warriors open training camp in late September. The Warriors' focus is on him being healthy for the stretch run as the franchise looks to win another title during Stephen Curry and Draymond Green's time in San Francisco.

What comes next?

The Warriors will be keeping a close eye on Butler's progress as the season approaches. The team will want to ensure that he is fully recovered before allowing him to participate in any high-impact activities. Butler's return to the court will be a significant boost for the team, and the Warriors will be hoping that he can make a full recovery in time for the start of the season.

Butler's injury has been a significant setback for the Warriors, and the team will be eager to see him back on the court. The Warriors' medical staff will be working closely with Butler to ensure that he is fully recovered before allowing him to participate in any high-impact activities.

The Warriors' focus is on him being healthy for the stretch run as the franchise looks to win another title during Stephen Curry and Draymond Green's time in San Francisco. Butler's return to the court will be a significant boost for the team, and the Warriors will be hoping that he can make a full recovery in time for the start of the season.

Butler's injury has been a significant setback for the Warriors, and the team will be eager to see him back on the court. The Warriors' medical staff will be working closely with Butler to ensure that he is fully recovered before allowing him to participate in any high-impact activities.

The Warriors will be keeping a close eye on Butler's progress as the season approaches. The team will want to ensure that he is fully recovered before allowing him to participate in any high-impact activities.