Jimmy Butler has a major fanboy moment over USWNT legend Alex Morgan

Jimmy Butler has a fanboy moment meeting Alex Morgan

In a clip posted by San Diego Wave, Butler could not hide his excitement while pointing Morgan out.

“Oh, we got all types of superstars, I’ll let y’all know. Not me [points to Alex Morgan] that’s Alex Morgan. Alex f______ Morgan,” Butler said.

The reaction was immediate and unfiltered. Butler made it clear that, in that moment, he saw Morgan as the bigger star.

It is a reflection of her status in the sport. Morgan remains one of the most recognisable figures in women’s football, even after stepping away from international play.

The clip quickly resonated because of that dynamic. Seeing an NBA star openly admire a football icon created a rare crossover moment. It also reinforced how respect between athletes often cuts across leagues and sports.

Alex Morgan and Jimmy Butler share San Diego Wave ownership

That interaction carries extra context, with both Morgan and Butler part of the same ownership group at the San Diego Wave, where Butler joined as an investor alongside her.

Morgan became a minority investor in 2025 after her playing career with the club, while Butler followed later that year by joining the same group.

The shared role highlights a growing trend of elite athletes investing in women’s sports. Both have used their platforms to support the game beyond their own careers.

For Morgan, it represents a continued connection to a club she helped build. For Butler, it reflects a long-standing interest in football and ties to San Diego.

That overlap adds more meaning to their interaction. It is not just admiration from afar, but a shared investment in the same project.