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.

The Miami Heat may have lost their former star, who wore No. 22, but they'll have a new star rocking No. 22 now. Andrew Wiggins, who the Heat acquired in

Jimmy Butler officially joining the Warriors is getting delayed because of a backlog of calls to the league office.

The Phoenix Suns did not part ways with Kevin Durant ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline, but they may have an awkward situation to handle in

SportsLine's model just revealed its NBA picks and predictions for Thursday's Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Lakers matchup

The Golden State Warriors are on the road to take on the Los Angeles Lakers Thursday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Warriors-Lakers prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game.

Analyzing Thursday’s Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.