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The Golden State Warriors came away with a 120-105 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday, but the win didn’t come easy. To add to the fact that their game was the second of a back-to-back schedule, the Warriors’ flight during the previous night was delayed. In fact, because of mechanical issues, the team departed […]

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum has already been named as one of seven “locks” to play for Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics, joining the Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James, Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry, Phoenix Suns’ Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid and Celtics teammate Jayson Tatum. Conspicuously absent from […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was on former player Carmelo Anthony’s show “7PM in Brooklyn” where he talked about the relationship he has with Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant. Most importantly, Green talked about how Durant addressed himself after he was involved in an altercation with Jusuf Nurkic, a teammate of the Suns play-maker. […]

It’s no coincidence the Golden State Warriors’ midseason turnaround began when Draymond Green got back on the floor following his indefinite suspension. The Dubs are 13-6 since the future Hall-of-Famer returned to the lineup, sporting a +7.5 net rating—fifth-best in the league over that timeframe. While Green has certainly made his presence felt offensively as […]

There are a lot of stars in the women’s college basketball world right now, and one of them is USC women’s basketball star JuJu Watkins. Watkins has done it all for the Trojans this year and she has quickly become a star. USC is currently ranked #7 in the country, and Watkins is averaging 28.2 […]

When Draymond Green was deciding where to go to college for basketball, he had a lot of good options besides just Michigan State basketball. In fact, one school that he looked at was the rival of the Spartans, Michigan basketball. As we all know, Green ended up going to Michigan State, and the reason why […]

Former Hawks star Jeff Teague is an outspoken ex-NBA player who recently commented on the sheer dominance exhibited by the Golden State Warriors during the Kevin Durant era in the Bay Area. He spoke alongside Warriors star Draymond Green recently on a day when Green’s comments on a controversial MVP candidate were revealed. Green also […]

The Boston Celtics have yet to win a championship in the Jayson Tatum era but have come close. Recently Draymond Green lamented the situation on Tatum’s behalf, seeming to stick up for Tatum in regards to his MVP candidacy while dropping a truth bomb as to why he hasn’t been seriously considered. Tatum has been […]

Many believe NBA officials give some players the benefit of the doubt when making a foul call, but that is probably not a perk afforded to the outspoken and controversial Draymond Green. The Golden State Warriors forward was on the unfortunate end of a missed call late in the team’s 119-103 loss to Nikola Jokic […]

Because he lacks remarkable athleticism and frequently looks red in the face, it is easy to misidentify Nikola Jokic as being out of shape. The on-court results say otherwise, though, which is something Draymond Green can attest to after the Denver Nuggets (39-19) defeated the Golden State Warriors (29-27) Sunday night. The lauded defender was […]

The 2024 NBA All-Star Game received immense criticism for the players’ lack of effort, resulting in the most points scored and three-pointers attempted in the game’s history. Draymond Green, whose Golden State Warriors teammate Stephen Curry participated in the game, said the reason the players don’t try more in the All-Star Game is because the […]

In an era where the Golden State Warriors have redefined basketball excellence, the 2022 NBA Championship stands out as a testament to resilience, teamwork, and the indomitable spirit of competition. Draymond Green, via an interview with Club 520 Podcast, the controversial heart and soul of the Warriors, has revealed that this title, in particular, holds […]

Warriors veteran forward Draymond Green is still confident in the team’s title chances even after a disadvantageous start to the season. Green spoke about the Warriors’ chances at contending in the latest episode of his podcast The Draymond Green Show. “I 100% believe that we are legit title contenders this season. I don’t see any […]

In a recent episode of his podcast, Draymond Green expressed his dissatisfaction with Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards’ decision to shoot left-handed three-pointers during the NBA All-Star Game. Green, known for his outspoken nature and his role as a key player for the Golden State Warriors, labeled Edwards’ approach as “outlandish and crazy,” suggesting that […]

Considering how the season started for Draymond Green, it might be wise for him to avoid the spotlight off the court. But laying low is not an approach the heart and soul of the Golden State Warriors is interested in taking. Having a podcast only encourages him to indulge in those mischievous impulses. Fans know […]

On Friday, the Golden State Warriors granted Steve Kerr a $35 million extension that spans two years. Receiving around $17.5 million a year, Kerr now holds the highest annual coaching salary in NBA history. Of course, one player who couldn’t be happier for him was Draymond Green. Speaking to the media following the Warriors’ 97-84 […]

Grant Williams, long before he became a member of the Charlotte Hornets at the trade deadline, has shown a penchant for getting under his opponents’ skin. He’s an incessant yapper on the court, he plays physical defense, and he never backs down from a fight. But Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green sees right through […]

The Los Angeles Lakers opened up the second act of their 2023-24 NBA season with a road loss to the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night, playing without the services of superstar LeBron James, who was injured for the contest. When on the court, James has been playing at an elite level in recent weeks, […]

The Golden State Warriors are building momentum. With a 128-110 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday, the team has now won eight out of its last 10 games. Following their most recent victory, forward Draymond Green had very uplifting postgame comments about the team, particularly the younger players. “I think we’re on a […]

The good vibes in the Chase Center are continuing out of the All-Star break, as the Golden State Warriors (28-26) took advantage of LeBron James’ absence and rolled over the Los Angeles Lakers (30-27), 128-110. Draymond Green perfectly summed up how the Dubs were feeling Thursday night after securing the victory. “Ohhhh, sometimes. I can […]

If there’s one thing Draymond Green knows, it’s trash-talking. He’s one of the best at it in the Association. But, the Golden State Warriors veteran isn’t the only one who likes to talk smack to his opponents. Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards is always yapping on the court, which almost fits perfectly into the character […]

Draymond Green joined Jeff Teague on Teague’s podcast Club 520 and broached the topic of the 2022 NBA Finals. The Golden State Warriors won the series 4-2 over the Boston Celtics, securing their fourth ring in seven seasons. Draymond was particularly proud of that championship victory for several reasons, none more prevalent it appears than proving to […]

It took a while for Brandin Podziemski, the 19th overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, to cement his place in the Golden State Warriors rotation. Podziemski, who was recently elevated into the starting lineup, has been a godsend for a Warriors team in need of more playmaking, shooting, and all-around skill. But it’s the […]

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green watched Syracuse basketball get a win over North Carolina State on Tuesday night, but he still would have done things differently. The Warriors forward took to social media to point out what Syracuse should have done and that he would dominate the college coaching ranks: “I personally think if […]

After a week off, the Golden State Warriors are entering a crucial stretch of their 2023-24 NBA season with 29 games remaining on their schedule. The 27-26 Warriors are still staring at quite an uphill climb from the No. 10 seed. Still, there is a lot of basketball left for the Warriors this season and […]

Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors have picked up the pace a bit in recent weeks as the season enters its All-Star break, with the festivities taking place this past weekend in Indianapolis. Green seems to have gotten his act together following multiple 2023-24 suspensions, and the Warriors have worked their way back into […]

Before the Golden State Warriors started winning titles, they gained some valuable playoff experience under head coach Mark Jackson. The Warriors won a playoff series with Jackson in 2013 and reached the playoffs again the next season. Jackson made a mark on several Warriors players in his three seasons as head coach. Draymond Green credited […]

Although momentum is not guaranteed to continue out of the All-Star break, the Golden State Warriors are one of the hottest teams in the NBA. Stephen Curry remains the offensive focal point, but guys like Jonathan Kuminga and rookie Brandin Podziemski are coming through as well. What does the future hold for Klay Thompson and […]

During Sunday’s NBA All-Star Game, Draymond Green was present. He wasn’t a spectator, however. The Golden State Warriors forward was part of TNT’s announcing crew for the main event itself. Green is one of the more outspoken personalities in basketball, and he’s known to never hold back his thoughts. This time, his comments poked fun […]

Charles Barkley’s attempt to troll Draymond Green backfired hilariously after the Golden State Warriors star went full Shaquille O’Neal in his rebuttal. During their broadcast of the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday, Barkley hit Green with a backhanded compliment, telling him that he’s a “hell of a player” before wishing him “good luck in the […]

Over the past several seasons, Celtics star Jayson Tatum has taken his place as one of the elite players in the NBA. With all of his success though, Tatum has yet to win a regular season MVP award or an NBA championship. The Celtics reached the Finals in 2022 but were dispatched by the Golden […]

News recently broke that the Golden State Warriors attempted to trade for LeBron James. Rumors claim Jonathan Kuminga was potentially being offered in a deal to the Los Angeles Lakers. As exciting of a trade as that would be for Golden State, it sounds like Draymond Green is happy that deal didn’t go through. Green […]

Indianapolis is the center of the NBA world as it hosts the NBA All-Star Weekend. However, it doesn’t seem Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is feeling it. In his eyes, Indiana doesn’t carry that “the place to be”vibes, and he seemingly let everyone know that when he commented on a Charles Barkley take about […]

The Golden State Warriors are 27-26 were ranked tenth in the NBA heading into the All-Star Break. Draymond Green’s return has sparked optimism for a playoff run, and Jonathan Kuminga’s serge of late is another reason why the Dubs are suddenly a team to watch. Warriors star Stephen Curry revealed his true feelings before a […]

When people think about the player that gets into the most trouble in the NBA in terms of dirty plays, everyone thinks of the same player: Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors. Earlier this season, Green had to serve an indefinite suspension because one of those dirty plays, and he missed a lot of […]

Draymond Green and the Golden State Warriors seem to have finally found their footing after a rough first few weeks following Green’s return from a lengthy suspension. The Warriors are now back in postseason position in the vaunted Western Conference playoff picture, and the defensive prowess of Green, even at this advanced stage of his […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is one of the most respected defensive forces in NBA history. However, he is cautious about him or any players aligning themselves with Kobe Bryant’s ‘Mamba Mentality.’ Green joined Shane Battier to discuss why the phrase holds unique significance. Warriors’ Draymond Green and Shane Battier believe ‘Mamba Mentality’ cannot […]

The Golden State Warriors have been fighting an uphill battle all season long. It took head coach Steve Kerr a while to rely on the team’s youngsters, which, more often than not, put Stephen Curry on an island as the lone dangerous scorer on the team amid Klay Thompson’s battle with age-related decline and Andrew […]

Will Jusuf Nurkic be facing Draymond Green at the main event of Wrestlemania 40? It sure does feel like it as the two keep throwing barbs at one another in a manner reminiscent of a budding rivalry that would culminate in a bloodbath. For the Phoenix Suns big man, every opportunity to kick the Golden […]