NBA star Steph Curry's latest comments shed light on the locker room dynamic with Golden State Warriors teammate Jimmy Butler.

During his postgame news conference, Butler made the amusing admission that his free-throw production may be under additional pressure this season. The veteran forward admitted that he's made a bet with Draymond Green that he will end the season with a better free-throw percentage than superstar guard Stephen Curry.

"ANIMAL," Green said of Butler, who posted a photo of them together during the Lakers game. With Butler in his first full season with the Warriors following his mid-season trade from the Miami Heat in 2024-25, hopes are definitely high that Golden State will be able to elevate its game further.

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.

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry, left, smiles next to forward Jimmy Butler III before an NBA game against the Los Angeles Lakers Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, in Los Angeles.

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Curry praised Payton’s effort online; Butler responded playfully, referencing a missed layup.

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