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Draymond Green, during an interview with NBA TV, discussed his relationship Kevin Durant as a teammate. The Golden State Warriors power forward talked about his leadership abilities as a whole along with his struggles this current season. Green doesn’t open up very often, but he did very much so here. .@Money23Green recently sat down with […]

On Friday, Utah Jazz big man Rudy Gobert became emotional when discussing his All-Star snub with reporters, wiping tears from his face as he walked away from the scrum. Gobert began to waver when he talked about how his mother called him up crying when she heard the news, which led to him becoming overcome […]

Utah Jazz big man Rudy Gobert did not make the 2018-19 Western Conference All-Star team in spite of great numbers, and while talking to reporters on Friday, Gobert walked away wiping tears from his face. Gobert said that his mother called him crying when she discovered the news that he has been snubbed, causing the […]

Golden State Warriors All-Star Draymond Green will be held out of Monday night’s road game against the Indiana Pacers for rest, according to a report from Anthony Slater of The Athletic. Draymond Green resting against the Pacers tonight, Warriors announce. — Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) January 28, 2019 The Warriors, who are holding the No. 1 […]

In what could potentially be a preview of this year’s NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors battle it out Saturday night. And despite the Dubs having the advantage in terms of star power, Celtics forward Jayson Tatum isn’t showing any signs of intimidation, especially against Klay Thompson and Draymond Green. Happening early […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr was cognizant that the days of having an All-Star studded lineup could come to a brief halt. His team has had four players included in the All-Star festivities in the past two seasons, but noted this year might be different, as Draymond Green is likely to miss the […]

Through three games of a pivotal road trip through the vertebrae of this 2018-19 season, the Golden State Warriors have seen plenty of flashes of brilliance from their newly-incorporated center DeMarcus Cousins, but they’ve also had some growing pains along the way. Draymond Green, the team’s quarterback on offense, noted it’s been an adjustment to […]

During Thursday’s matchup between the Golden State Warriors and the Washington Wizards, Draymond Green got a little excited that Thomas Bryant missed his free throw. Green exclaimed: “Hell f******  no, sorry motherf*****.” This was directed at Bryant who had just been fouled 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/35NAegbRoH — warriorsworld (@warriorsworld) January 25, 2019 Draymond Green has been struggling […]

Earlier in the year, Golden State Warriors fiery big man Draymond Green got into a heated dispute with superstar Kevin Durant, beginning with Durant chiding Green for a decision on the court and apparently ending with Green questioning Durant’s manhood in the locker room. The Warriors, who suspended Green for a game as a result, […]

The explosion at Staples Center during and after an overtime loss to the LA Clippers saw two close friends in Draymond Green and Kevin Durant exchange fiery words in an altercation that could have divided the Golden State Warriors. While friction was high, both men took the initiative to reconcile their relationship and strengthen the […]

Andre Iguodala of the Golden State Warriors proved that he still has some hops in as he slammed the ball after receiving a lob pass from Draymond Green. Check out the clip below as posted by Dime. Iguodala, 34-years-old, effortlessly rose up, caught the ball with one hand and slammed it down. Given the surprising […]

Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and Draymond Green all personified the true meaning of the Golden State Warriors’ selfless culture as they sacrificed their bodies for Klay Thompson to add to his dunk count. Hustle is an important attribute to have for an NBA player. Without it, even the best ballplayers can be beaten by scrappier, […]

Golden State Warriors power forward Draymond Green appreciates all of the people who want to see him and the team fail because it gives him more energy and motivation. After the incident which took place between Draymond Green and Kevin Durant at Staples Center earlier in the season, some around the league thought that was […]

Draymond Green’s incident with Kevin Durant after an overtime loss to the L.A. Clippers proved that his leadership style could at times come off as too abrasive to others. Yet the Golden State Warriors forward won’t change his leadership style just because one incident that went sideways. “I am the leader that I am, at […]

Narratives of a potential implosion in Golden State after Draymond Green and Kevin Durant exchanged fiery barbs during and after a loss to the LA Clippers have been left behind (like a ponytail). The Warriors had gone through their most trying stretch of the season and somehow managed to calm the waters by getting back […]

The Golden State Warriors started showing signs of mortality for the first time last season, looking unmotivated and at times scoffing at the importance of the regular season. Injuries late through the 2017-18 campaign caused them to finish below the 60-win mark, with a 58-24 record seven wins behind the West-leading Houston Rockets. Draymond Green […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green’s night against the L.A. Clippers almost ended in the second quarter. Almost, but not quite for the fiery Warriors forward. Green hung on the rim after a dunk with 3.2 seconds left in the second period. The referees called a technical foul on Green for the antic after the […]

When the 73 win Golden State Warriors acquired Kevin Durant, it gave them an advantage over every other team in the NBA: Two MVP caliber players on one roster surrounded by All-NBA talent. When they acquired DeMarcus Cousins in the off-season, fans expected them to continue to dominate the NBA. Yet, there is doubt about […]

The Golden State Warriors are now on top of the Western Conference standings, and the rich are about to get richer. The already loaded Warriors squad will get another boost with the return of DeMarcus Cousins. Cousins will make his much-anticipated debut for the Warriors against the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday. The 28-year-old center […]

Golden State Warriors power forward Draymond Green has confirmed on social media what we have known since last week, that DeMarcus Cousins is going to make his season and Warriors debut on Friday against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center. Cousins tore his Achilles tendon last season while playing for the New Orleans Pelicans. […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has not a lot to say but is very clear in what he hopes for the return of DeMarcus Cousins. Draymond Green on DeMarcus Cousins’ impending return: “Hopefully it’s devastating. For everybody else.” pic.twitter.com/kFlA7MYryc — Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) January 16, 2019 Last offseason, the Warriors shocked the world by […]

After a foul call on Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green on Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic’s post-up, Green seemed clearly upset at the ref for the call. He continued to follow the ref to the scoring table, nearly getting himself another technical. Draymond Green got the technical and was *real* close to the second […]

Despite a slow start to the season and a toe injury that took away 13 games through the early stretch, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is extremely confident in his chances to regain the title of Defensive Player of the Year. “There ain’t five players in this league that are better than me defensively,” […]

The Denver Nuggets have been one of the league’s most pleasant surprises this season, owning a record of 29-13 and sitting in first place in the Western Conference. However, it hasn’t always been this easy for head coach Mike Malone. Last season, there were some calling for Mike Malone to be fired after the Nuggets […]

The Golden State Warriors escaped the American Airlines Center by the skin of their teeth, giving the Dallas Mavericks only their fifth loss in their home confines this season. Point guard Stephen Curry and forward Draymond Green attributed that to Luka Doncic’s emergence and stellar play through the first half of this 2018-19 campaign: “He’s […]

The Golden State Warriors have faced plenty of trials in the first half of the season, as issues of chemistry and effort have plagued them in a pursuit of a third straight title. Yet Warriors forward Draymond Green, the team’s resident vocal leader, claimed Kevin Durant’s chemistry with Stephen Curry has reached a new level, […]

Golden State Warriors fans were given a scare during their team’s matchup with the Dallas Mavericks, when All-Star forward Draymond Green tweaked his knee on defense in the second quarter. The Warriors were forced to call a timeout, concerned about Green’s ability to play on. Draymond Green just tweaked his left knee on that last defensive […]

The Golden State Warriors earned their 29th win of the season by beating the Dallas Mavericks 114-119. With the victory, they stay half-a-game behind the Denver Nuggets for the top spot in the Western Conference standings. Stephen Curry was unstoppable against the Mavericks, scoring 48 points on 17-for-32 shooting and 11-of-19 from deep, grabbing six […]

People who are playing the recently released NBA 2K19 can’t help but notice the slight decrease in the ratings of three Golden State Warriors players, namely Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and Draymond Green. KD, Draymond & Steph's @NBA2K ratings dropped a point.Agree or nah? pic.twitter.com/b4kK3rOMjD — Ballislife.com (@Ballislife) January 11, 2019 Each of the three […]

OAKLAND — Motivation is one of the most fragile aspects of anyone’s mind. It can spark out of nowhere in the most random settings. It can also disappear instantly, especially after good fortune lands in your lap and peak success is achieved. What more is there to fight and grind for every day once you’re […]

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green isn’t happy with the direction that defense is going in the NBA and didn’t mince his words when talking about after the team’s victory on Saturday night over the Los Angeles Kings. “You can’t really play defense in the league [today],” Draymond Green said to media members on Saturday […]

Houston Rockets superstar and reigning Most Valuable Player James Harden is ruthless. It’s true and Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green can attest to that fact. Harden was untouchable Thursday night as he lifted the Rockets to a thrilling overtime win in Oakland over the Golden State Warriors. He put out the entire arsenal for […]

The Golden State Warriors are a mess, and their blowout loss to the Los Angeles Lakers recently further point them under a microscope. The Warriors are healthy again, adding Step Curry and Draymond Green, as both missed a series of games. But the addition of the two players haven’t made the Warriors the scary collection […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green can be a very high-motor player, and sometimes it gets the best of him. In the clip below, you can see Green force a pass off Klay Thompson’s face that he was not expecting in the slightest. Draymond Green bounces a pass off Klay Thompson’s head and the ball goes […]

Draymond Green has been showered with criticism for his poor play this season, now owner of his worst offensive season since the start of the Steve Kerr era. The Golden State Warriors’ motor claimed he just hasn’t been himself all season and promised to make defenders pay once he finds his rhythm: “Don’t worry about […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is quite amused by the overreaction that followed a 127-101 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Christmas Day, finding it “funny” that so much was made of a regular-season loss to a team they will see three more times this season: “It’s funny, real funny,” said Green. “It’s […]

The Golden State Warriors have managed to mend a slow start to the season but still look far from the well-oiled machine that breezed through the 2017 NBA playoffs or the team that captured back-to-back titles by sweeping their archenemies in the Cleveland Cavaliers. Warriors forward Draymond Green has gotten plenty of flack for his […]

The Golden State Warriors this season have gone through a series of ups and downs. They started out a little flat, Stephen Curry was hurt for a few weeks, Klay Thompson is having a down year, and a lot of the pressure has gone to Kevin Durant to lead the team. On Christmas day, the […]

Draymond Green was the most obvious offensive non-factor for the Golden State Warriors, as they shot a mere 40.9 percent from the floor in a 127-101 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, but Kevin Durant thinks it’s more than his frontcourt partner that is impeding their prowess scoring the ball. “Bigs aren’t really guarding their […]