A catalyst for Jimmy Butler's trade to the Warriors was an "unhinged" meeting where Miami Heat president Pat Riley let some tears flow.

Jimmy Butler said he's "happy to be playing basketball again" in his introductory press conference with the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. He was emphatic about his singular focus of winning a championship while downplaying the idea that the Warriors were not his preferred destination after all reporting had indicated Butler preferred joining the Phoenix Suns as he angled for an exit from the Miami Heat.

As the Warriors attempted to mount a late-game comeback, Kerr was incensed over what appeared to be an obvious eight-second violation on the Lakers.

The Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers matched up on Thursday night, but unfortunately, it wasn't the two versions of the teams fans were looking to s

LeBron James had 42 points and 17 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers blew most of a 26-point lead before hanging on to beat the Golden State Warriors 120-112.