Golden State Warriors veteran 3-point specialist Buddy Hield explained exclusively to Mirror U.S. Sports what it meant to be on the same team with a star like Jimmy Butler after the trade deadline

The Warriors are acquiring Jimmy Butler from the Heat in a four-team trade, per multiple reports. Butler is the focal point of the deal, with Golden State finding trade partners to help alleviate the financial burden of acquiring Butler.

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.