April 15, 2025 – San Francisco, CA – After a high-stakes Play-In Tournament showdown, Jimmy Butler made headlines not just for his dominant performance, but for his bold praise of teammate Steph Curry, calling him “Batman” in a post-game interview. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 121-116 to secure a spot in the 2025 NBA Playoffs.
🏀 Warriors Take Down Grizzlies in Nail-Biting Play-In Clash
The Warriors’ playoff hopes were hanging by a thread, but stars Jimmy Butler and Steph Curry delivered when it mattered most.
- Butler finished with 38 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, showing why the Warriors acquired him mid-season.
- Curry contributed 37 points, including a flawless 13-of-13 from the free-throw line, along with 8 rebounds and 4 assists.
Their combined firepower proved too much for the Ja Morant-led Grizzlies, who pushed the game to the wire. For full stats and breakdown, check out NBA.com.
🎙️ “That’s a Batman If I’ve Ever Seen One” – Butler on Curry
In a post-game interview that quickly went viral, Jimmy Butler praised Steph Curry’s clutch performance, saying:
“That’s a Batman if I’ve ever seen a Batman. Always coming to save the day… You’re never out of any game, and more than anything, he’s just so poised, he’s so calm.”
Butler’s quote was featured on Bleacher Report and shared across NBA on TNT’s social channels, with fans loving the dynamic between the two superstars.
📸 The Moment That Lit Up Dub Nation
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🔥 What This Means for the Warriors
With the Play-In victory, the Golden State Warriors secure the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference and will face the Houston Rockets in the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs.
The Butler-Curry duo, once questioned by analysts, now looks like one of the most potent backcourts in the league. For playoff brackets and matchups, visit NBA Playoffs Hub.
📝 Final Thoughts
Jimmy Butler’s “Batman” comment wasn’t just a soundbite — it reflected the respect and trust he has in Steph Curry as the Warriors’ steady force in big moments. With both stars firing on all cylinders, Golden State is shaping up to be a serious contender in this year’s playoff run.
