Coach Steve Kerr isn't sure how long the Warriors might be without Butler, who has helped the team to a 25-9 record since a February trade from the Heat. He was listed as questionable for Saturday’s Game 3 and then ruled out. An MRI Thursday reveled that he injured his pelvis and has a deep gluteal muscle contusion.

The Golden State Warriors pulled off a Game 3 win against the Houston Rockets at home, defeating them 104-93. It was Stephen Curry who shined when the lights were the brightest, as always, scoring 36 points and helping the team to victory.

With Jimmy Butler III relegated to a well-padded seat on the bench, the Warriors on Saturday were forced to revisit the limitations of their offense. Their hopes rested on the improvisational brilliance of Stephen Curry and a prayer.