Golden State Warriors sharpshooter Buddy Hield joked about having disdain for teammate Jimmy Butler following the Dubs' 119-109 season-opening win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night.

Thursday’s NBA action isn’t nearly as extensive as the 12-game slate on Wednesday, as there are just four teams in action, but two are making their season debut

Butler is the rare player whose journey has taken him from being a benchwarmer during his rookie season to becoming a team's primary option — a role that he flourished in with the Heat, where he averaged 21.0 points on 49.8 percent shooting, 6.0 rebounds and 5.7 assists per game.

Warriors’ Jimmy Butler comments on ugly divorce with the Miami Heat originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Before his arrival to the Golden State Warriors, Jimmy Butler was the face of the Miami Heat franchise.

Reporter’s remarks about Golden State Warriors’ Jimmy Butler spark debate over whether it was a subtle shot at Kevin Durant.