The highest-paid player on the payroll, Steph Curry, was asked about the Butler trade after the Warriors’ loss to the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. Curry revealed that he texted Butler to welcome him to the Warriors, and Butler responded with a “pleasant” text back.

Stephen Curry didn't waste any time and texted his new Warriors' teammate, Jimmy Butler, during halftime of their game against the Jazz.

Steph Curry and Draymond Green have a new star joining them on the Golden State Warriors after acquiring Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler before Thursday's NBA trade deadline.