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Jimmy Butler Stands Up For Stephen Curry And Questions Referees: “I’m Angry…”

Jimmy Butler is not happy with how NBA referees are treating Stephen Curry after one of Curry's worst performances of the season.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
Apr 7, 2025
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The Golden State Warriors went limp in their latest game against the Houston Rockets, falling to a 95-106 loss to the No. 2 seeds in the West. This ended a five-game winning streak where Stephen Curry has been dominating any defense put in front of him. The Rockets stopped his hot streak, holding him to just three points in Curry’s second-worst performance of the season.

Amid Curry’s struggles, new teammate Jimmy Butler made some strong remarks after the game about the lack of foul calls Curry receives, something he claims ‘angers’ him now that they’re teammates.

“They did a good job. Whatever you wanna call it. *shrugs*”

“I don’t even know. I’ve seen an individual get fouled more than he gets fouled. To me, I think it’s astounding. It’s crazy to say, but he’s used to it. He’s been having this issue his whole career, but he’s found a way through it, around it, under it. It’s tough.”

“Yeah, I’ve seen it since I’ve been here. I don’t know how many years he’s got, what he got, 16? I’m pretty sure this has been happening for 16 straight years. It really angers me that he’s on my team and he gets treated that way.”

Butler was asked if he was talking about fouls on the ball or off the ball before dismissing any more questions, which could get him in trouble with the referees.

“Both. Off the ball… Leave me alone, I don’t wanna talk about it no more.”

Jimmy Butler on Steph Curry: “I’ve never seen an individual get fouled more than he gets fouled.” pic.twitter.com/05RaYEUL07

— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) April 7, 2025

Steph averaged 4.3 free throw attempts per game, which would indicate he’s bang-average at getting to the line, if not below-average, given his usage. While he has a perimeter-centered style of play, Curry is also a talented driver who can hit a variety of difficult layups. Despite his drive game, he rarely gets the calls he deserves.

NBA referees usually bite their whistle on fouls off the ball or on three-pointers, so Curry doesn’t benefit from that. Butler referred to off-ball fouls in his interview, primarily because Curry flashes open for catch-and-shoot opportunities beyond the arc, which often leads to him clattering into defenders setting screens and trying to disrupt his rhythm.

The lack of free throws has become a surprising hallmark of many NBA veterans. LeBron James, who’s still a powerful inside presence who’s been playing a lot more in the post since acquiring Luka Doncic, is just averaging 4.7 free-throw attempts per game. Their status alone causes defenses to guard them more aggressively, so it’s bizarre to see their numbers as low as they are.

The referees are seemingly allowing more physical defense right now, giving Playoff teams a potential preview of the Playoffs where increased physicality isn’t often punished as punitively as in the regular season. 

Curry will never be a free throw magnet, but Butler’s calls might help bring more attention to a topic that Warriors fans have championed for years.

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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