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In the final two minutes of the close game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors on Monday, forward Draymond Green got away with a clear traveling violation, leading to his critical basket. Green made a strong cut to the basket but was met by Montrezl Harrell. After receiving the ball from […]

Draymond Green has been a Swiss Army knife for the Golden State Warriors through the years. Just like any good hardware equipment out there, one must know how to make the most out of a tool for it to be useful. Warriors coach Steve Kerr certainly knew what to do with a talent like Green. […]

Draymond Green has been known to post unflattering numbers throughout his career. He has been repeatedly mocked for his so-called quadruple-singles. But given the Golden State Warriors’ success whenever he’s on the floor, Green’s positive impact is undeniable. This is what former NBA champion Kendrick Perkins echoed prior to the Warriors’ game against the Indiana […]

Stephen Curry knows that Warriors rookie center James Wiseman was highly touted coming out of Memphis. The 7-footer went second overall and it seemed like a perfect fit for both parties. However, Wiseman has been on the bench in crunch time more often than not. The youngster doesn’t seem too concerned about not closing games […]

A few years back, Drake needed a ride from the Bay Area to Los Angeles. Conveniently, he was able to catch a lift on the Golden State Warriors team plane. However, thanks to some tardiness, the trip ended up costing the rapper — along with Stephen Curry and Draymond Green — $500, as we just […]

The Golden State Warriors have seen significant success over the past few years headlined by their veteran mainstays in Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. Unknown to many, their great chemistry on the floor was formed due to regular poker games on the plane whenever they are on the road throughout the years. Their favorite pastime […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has been a repeated critic of those who claim to analyze basketball without a profound knowledge of the game. Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Draymond Green reiterated his stance when asked about whether defensive fundamentals — like staying vertical — should be recognized in the same fashion as flashy […]

Due to the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic, teams around the NBA are growing accustomed to playing games with zero fans in the crowd. In response to not having fans in the Chase Center—where the Golden State Warriors call home—Draymond Green had a three-word NSFW comment on having no fans, per ESPN’s Nick Friedell. Draymond […]

It wasn’t that long ago when the thought of Golden State Warriors trading away Draymond Green would be considered an absurd idea. After all, while he wasn’t the most talented guy on the squad during its dynasty days, he was considered the heart and soul and the engine that kept the Warriors going. The three-time […]

More than a few NBA personalities came out with their own strong takes about the tragic events that went down on Wednesday, as Donald Trump supporters stormed the United States Capitol in Washington D.C. Being one of the most outspoken players in the league, Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green had a thing or two […]

Los Angeles Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard is not a big fan of Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green right now. In just his fourth game back from injury, the notoriously physical Green figured in a violent commotion with The Klaw in their game at Chase Center on Wednesday. Around the five-minute mark of the final […]

The Portland Trail Blazers have been consistently making the playoffs year-in and year-out in recent seasons. However, they always fail to get past the Western Conference Finals and always look a piece or two away from forming a true championship-caliber roster. Reports have emerged that Damian Lillard has been urging the Blazers front office to […]

After all the hoopla surrounding the Golden State Warriors’ struggles to start this season, the Dubs now find themselves 4-3 and on a two-game winning streak after a dominant performance against the Sacramento Kings. The Warriors handed out 41 assists in an impressive 137-106 victory. The return of Draymond Green has certainly helped right the […]

After going against him for so many years, Kelly Oubre Jr. has finally gotten the chance to play alongside Draymond Green. The newly-acquired Golden State Warriors wing has played now three games with the former Defensive Player of the Year. And it didn’t take Oubre too long to claim Green as “the most dog” that […]

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry dropped a career-high 62 points in a win against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Curry hit eight 3-point shots and 18 of his 19 free throws in his impressive outing, but it wasn’t just Curry’s pull-up shooting that allowed him to score 62 points. The secret was Draymond […]

Several banters were recently thrown at the direction of the Golden State Warriors led by Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard who released controversial statements directed at Stephen Curry. Warriors forward Draymond Green already knew that it was going to be a long night for their opponents after seeing the two-time NBA MVP enter the […]

Shooting has never been a huge part of Draymond Green’s offensive arsenal, but the three-time All-Star for the Golden State Warriors makes up for it with other facets of his game–including his uncanny passing ability. On Sunday night against the Portland Trail Blazers, Green showcased both sides of his game on a rather fortunate blunder. […]

In his second game of the 2020-21 NBA season, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green didn’t waste time getting into the heads of his opponents. His first victim: Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. In the first quarter of the Warriors-Blazers game on Sunday, Green and Lillard hurled words at each other, causing the officials […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green shouldered the blame for the team’s dismal defensive performance in their 123-98 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers Friday night. Speaking with reporters gathered at the team’s practice facility, the always outspoken Green did not shy away from addressing his lack of communication on the court, Via the Athletic’s […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green finally made his season debut against the Portland Trail Blazers after missing time due to a right foot injury. After the game, head coach Steve Kerr shared his honest take regarding Green’s performance in his first game back with the team, per ESPN‘s Nick Friedell. Kerr on Draymond: “He […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green will finally make his season debut on Friday night against the Portland Trail Blazers. However, head coach Steve Kerr plans to ease him in with limited minutes. Steve Kerr said Draymond Green likely won't play "much more than 20 minutes or so." Short bursts. — Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) January […]

Draymond Green will make his season debut for the Golden State Warriors on Friday against the Portland Trail Blazers, and Dubs point guard Stephen Curry pointed out three specific things Green brings to the table. Curry said Green has a way of making his impact felt from the jump and especially highlighted the intangibles Green […]

The Golden State Warriors hoped to have Draymond Green back from a foot injury for Friday night’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers. It appears as though the former Defensive Player of the Year will indeed make his season debut. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said Thursday Green is probable and “should be good to […]

The Golden State Warriors haven’t lived up to the hype that was predestined for them before Klay Thompson’s season-ending Achilles injury. Still, the Bay Area club has tried to make the most out of the silver linings that have presented themselves thus far into the season. One of those bright spots has been rookie center […]

Once upon a time, it seemed as though the holy triumvirate of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green would be lifers with the Golden State Warriors. But the outlook of the franchise has changed considerably in recent years, and Green in particular might be headed elsewhere if the Dubs cannot right the ship this […]

The Golden State Warriors are missing Draymond Green, but head coach Steve Kerr admits they have a player similar player to the outspoken forward who is slowly making a name for himself in the Dubs rotation. Golden State get off to a strong start this 2020-21 season, though luck was able to slightly change on […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green missed each of the team’s first three games due to a foot injury. However, the Dubs are hoping Green will be on the floor when Golden State takes on the Portland Trail Blazers later this week. Steve Kerr said "the hope" is that Draymond Green will make his season […]

The Golden State Warriors scored a much-needed win on Sunday against the Chicago Bulls, as they marked their first victory of the new season. It was far from an impressive performance from a struggling Dubs side, however, and for his part, Warriors forward Draymond Green provided some valuable insight on what he believes his team […]

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green is 30 years old and he’s not thinking about the end of his NBA career yet. “I still think I got a lot of basketball left,” Green said on Saturday, via Drew Shiller of Warriors Outsiders. “Not the veteran on the way out.” Green signed a four-year, $99.6 million […]

The Golden State Warriors are scheduled to face the Chicago Bulls on Sunday and it remains to be seen if Draymond Green is able to make his season debut. Ahead of Golden State’s matchup with Chicago, Green provided an update on his status, per Connor Letourneau of the San Francisco Chronicle. Draymond Green on playing […]

Draymond Green was seen giving defensive advice to the Golden State Warriors’ top draft pick, James Wiseman, on the sideline in a Christmas Day matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. The Warriors were no match for the Bucks, as they lost 138-99, falling to 0-2 on the season. This 39-point loss marks the second consecutive game […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was ruled out of Friday’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks, according to Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area. Draymond Green (foot) out vs. Milwaukee, maybe for Chicago or Detroit, per Warriors coach Steve Kerr. — Monte Poole (@MontePooleNBCS) December 23, 2020 This is not Green’s first encounter with […]

Tuesday’s opening night game between the Golden State Warriors and the Brooklyn Nets was a reunion of some sort between former teammates Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Kevin Durant. It was the first time that Durant actually stepped on the court to play his first NBA game since June 2019, when he ruptured his Achilles […]

The Golden State Warriors will be squaring off with a familiar face on Tuesday night to open the 2020-21 season; however, they could be without one of their key contributors. According to Connor Letourneau of the San Francisco Chronicle, Green is doubtful to play in Kevin Durant’s debut with the Brooklyn Nets on Dec. 22. […]

Draymond Green knows that Kelly Oubre has made a living as one of the best perimeter defenders in the NBA. Though the newest Golden State Warriors swingman has slowly grown to being an offensive threat, Oubre has consistently been one of the fiercest backcourt defenders since he entered the NBA in 2016. On a recent […]

Draymond Green has made a name for himself as one of the most vocal figures in the NBA today. Love it or hate it, the fact remains that Green’s voice on and off the court has been key for the Golden State Warriors‘ success over the past few years. The three-time NBA champion has been […]

Golden State Warriors rookie James Wiseman has adjusted well to life in the NBA, so much so that the 7-foot-1 big man already has his most memorable moment from practice. When asked about his favorite Dubs moment from the past few weeks, Wiseman came up with a very specific, yet unsurprising event: Best moment of […]

Draymond Green has nothing but love and admiration for his Golden State Warriors teammate, Klay Thompson. Thompson will be sidelined for the whole 2020-21 campaign after suffering from an Achilles injury this offseason. It will be the second-straight year he’ll miss after spending the whole of 2019-20 rehabbing from the torn ACL in his left […]

The Golden State Warriors are looked at as a team that could return to the playoffs in the upcoming season, but Draymond Green has loftier expectations. Despite the injuries and other concerns the Warriors have endured, Green still views the Warriors as title contenders, per ESPN’s Nick Friedell. Draymond sounded as confident as ever when […]