Jimmy Butler Calls Out Critics Thinking He Does Something 'Just to F--king Do It'

Golden State Warriors star forward Jimmy Butler is known as one of the most unique characters in the NBA, but he's made it clear that there's always a method to his eccentricities.

While speaking to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Butler had some fiery words for critics who question his handling of his career.

"All of these stories come out about this and that," Butler said. "You hear about it, but you don’t know why I do what I do. Don’t nobody know why I do what I do. You just see: ‘Oh, he did this.’ Well, why did he do this? Do you think he did it just to f--king do it? No. There’s always a reason behind it."

Butler's contentious departure from the Miami Heat last month was the latest installment in his polarizing NBA tenure. He was suspended multiple times by the Heat as he forced his way off the team before agreeing to be sent to the Warriors.

Unfortunately, the 35-year-old has developed a reputation for controversial exits. His tenures with the Chicago Bulls, Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers also ended with noteworthy disagreements between him and the teams.

Still, Butler has proven to be an effective player regardless of his situation. The Warriors have gone 16-3 in the 19 games he's played and improved to 41-30 ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the Heat, which will be Butler's first return to Miami since being traded. The Heat, meanwhile, have fallen to 30-41 since his departure, strengthening his case that he knows what's best for himself.