MEET THE GUARDIANS OF THE GAME.
John Butler
OFFICIAL #30
| NBA Experience | 7th Season |
|---|---|
| Born | August 20, 1986 (Biloxi, Miss.) |
| Resides | La Mesa, Calif. |
| High School | San Diego (San Diego, Calif) |
| College | Vanguard University |
John Butler has officiated 277 regular-season games and one playoff game in six seasons as an NBA staff official. He made his playoff debut as an NBA referee in the 2024-25 season.
At NBA All-Star 2024 in Indianapolis, Butler worked the Rising Stars competition and All-Star Saturday Night events.
Butler officiated five seasons in the NBA G League, where his assignments included the Playoffs from 2015-19 and the Finals in 2018 and 2019. He also refereed in the WNBA for two seasons.
Butler has four years of collegiate officiating experience, working in the Big West, Pacific West and West Coast conferences. He also officiated high school games in California for three years.
His interests include traveling, visiting museums, reading, cooking, fitness, video games, collecting sneakers, movies, music and sports.
Fun Facts
| Favorite TV Show | Suits |
|---|---|
| Favorite Movie | Do the Right Thing |
| Favorite Musician | Jay-Z |
| Favorite Book | The Four Agreements |
| Favorite Meal | Red Beans and Rice |
| Favorite App | The Bible |
| Would Most Like To Visit | Italy and Greece |