Butler, who tore his right ACL on Jan. 19, told ESPN he expects to still be "a top player" when he returns from the injury.
The meme of Jimmy Butler dressed as an army general first went viral during the 2018-19 season when he played for the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Warriors wing Jimmy Butler suffered a season-ending torn right ACL against the Heat on Monday.
The Warriors were without Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green for their Friday night game against the Thunder.
Coach Steve Kerr said "I'm not doing my job well this year" after the Warriors fell to 13-14 despite continued outstanding play from star Steph Curry.
Warriors star Stephen Curry will not make the upcoming road trip to Philadelphia, Cleveland and Chicago because of a left thigh contusion, extending his absence at least three more games.
