EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsThe Golden State Warriors' 2026 media day is here and, using history as a guide, fans are prepared for another unique look from Jimmy Butler.In recent years, Butler has become the NBA's undisputed king of media day trolling.In 2023, he had the internet buzzing with his "emo Jimmy" transformation, which came with straightened hair, a (possibly fake) piercing on his eyebrow and a mood that screamed "it's not a phase."But it all began in 2022 with ombre faux locs that had fans questioning how much his hair could've grown during the offseason.In 2024, the big question was: What's next?Would "Jimmy Buckets," then with the Miami Heat, show up with a mohawk? A mullet that would make 1980s rock stars jealous?In this case, hypotheticals were more entertaining than the answer."I'm here. Normal hair. No shenanigans," Butler said when asked about his suspiciously normal styled hair.Absence makes the heart grow fonder, but his media day trolling remained on hiatus. In 2025, Butler did tease a possible return for one of his alter egos. "You might see [emo Jimmy], but you won't see him up here for a media day," Butler said.And he even pointed to a surprising proponent of his return on the Warriors roster: his then-teammate Buddy Hield. "Buddy for some off reason loves emo Jimmy," Butler continued."So for his sake, I think we'll show up to practice one day."But emo Jimmy fans never rejoiced as Butler didn't bring the look back during the regular season. And with it presumably being ruled out for media day, what does Jimmy have in store this year? Fans will have to wait and see.
