The Golden State Warriors' star power forward Draymond Green has never been a man of few words. Today, though, in response to the allegations of racism (among other terrible things) about current Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver, he was rather short and to the point.
Green is referencing the fact that once while playing for the Warriors in the playoffs, he was fined for using the”n-word” against the Suns in the playoffs. Sarver has now been accused of using the same word. In addition to the allegations of racism, Sarver is accused of a misogynistic workplace atmosphere.
Despite comments from Green, the double standard between owners and players in regards to punishment for on and off-the-court discretions has actually been swaying in recent years.
The league is finally trying to hold the owners accountable and a lot of that has to do with NBA commissioner Adam Silver. Donald Sterling was forced to sell his team under similar accusations while Silver was at the beginning of his term as commissioner. Silver has been one of the more player-friendly commissioners out of any of the major sports leagues and the league is filled with players of color who will find these acts reprehensible.
With Green voicing his displeasure right off the bat, expect many Warriors players to get behind him and players from other NBA teams as well. The players may try to force the league's hand and get Sarver to sell the team, much like what happened with the Donald Sterling situation. That resulted in Steve Ballmer buying the Clippers, something that has been great for the NBA.
With Robert Sarver's days in the NBA seemingly numbered, the question begs to be answered, who might buy the Suns?