The Warriors are having quite the rollercoaster with their new superstar Jimmy Butler, and let’s just say, it’s going to take more than a few dates to figure this one out. While they dazzled us with a 119-101 win over the Charlotte Hornets, it’s clear that Butler’s fit with the team still resembles a bad Tinder date rather than a fairytale romance.

Butler, at 35, may be raking in the dough, but his presence hasn’t exactly been seamless. In their facepalm-worthy loss against the Philadelphia 76ers, his absence due to back spasms was felt like a missing link in the chain of this already complicated relationship. Sure, he scored decently in past games, but lately, he’s been more of a ghost than a game-changer.

Take Monday night’s victory, for example. While he managed 13 points during the game, that number felt more like filler material than a standout performance. His scoring has been inconsistent, dipping below 20 points for the past few outings, and honestly, the Warriors need him to step it up - and fast.

After the Hornets game, Coach Steve Kerr had the audacity to point fingers at both Butler and the team for the lack of chemistry on the court. “He’s at his best when the ball is moving,” he noted. Good point, Steve, but here’s a thought: Shouldn’t Butler be the one moving the ball instead of standing there like a wallflower?

Sure, he’s taken some shots, made a few rebounds, and assisted here and there, but the spark that ignites the fire seems to be missing. Butler’s time on the court should be about showcasing his potential, not watching the game unfold from the sidelines or just blending into the background.

But let’s not be too harsh. Kerr claims the Warriors are sitting pretty at 8-1 since Butler arrived. That’s fantastic and all, but one has to wonder how much further they could go if this duo (and the trio with Steph Curry) could figure things out. They sit at No. 6 in the Western Conference after all – so is this a blossoming romance or a relationship in dire need of a makeover?

In conclusion, while Butler shows flashes of brilliance, he needs to channel his inner diva and work those moves. The Warriors need a co-star who doesn’t just appear in the big moments; they need someone to dominate the stage. Fingers crossed for a swift transformation, because the playoffs are lurking around the corner, and this is one duo that needs to nail their audition.