Jimmy Butler Trains Kung Fu with Jackie Chan in Beijing

Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler met with legendary martial arts actor Jackie Chan in Beijing during his Asia tour, as part of his promotion for the Li-Ning sneaker brand. The meeting, facilitated by Li-Ning while Chan was on a nationwide tour for his new film 'The Shadow’s Edge,' included kung fu training and an exchange of gifts between the two celebrities. Butler, a Li-Ning endorser since 2020 and creator of the JB3 signature shoe, presented Chan with a personalized Warriors jersey, while Chan gave Butler a signed copy of his autobiography. This high-profile event was widely shared on social media and underscores the intersection of sports, entertainment, and global marketing. Butler's off-court activities are seen as boosting his business presence in China and energizing fans ahead of the Warriors' upcoming season. Butler is expected to play a key role for the Warriors in the new season.