Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is facing scrutiny once again after appearing to stomp on the chest of Sacramento Kings’ Domantas Sabonis during Monday night’s game (ESPN). Green was subsequently ejected from the game, and the incident has caused quite the stir in the NBA community. Despite the controversy, some notable figures have come to Green’s defense, including legendary player Shaquille O’Neal who claimed that he would have done the same thing (Fox News).
However, not everyone is supportive of Green’s actions. CBS Sports argues that Green should be suspended for his behavior, and that the Warriors need to prepare for another playoff game without the influential player. Meanwhile, Warriors fans are divided on the issue, with some defending Green and others criticizing his behavior (Golden State of Mind).
This isn’t the first time Green has been the center of attention for his controversial actions on the court. In 2016, he was suspended for one game after accumulating too many technical fouls in the playoffs. This ultimately cost the Warriors the championship, as they were unable to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers without Green (USA Today).
Despite the criticisms that Green has faced, he remains a key player for the Warriors. In fact, he made NBA history during the third game of this year’s playoffs against the Kings, becoming the first player in NBA history to record at least 20 rebounds and 15 assists in a postseason game (Sports Illustrated).
Green himself has spoken out about the incident, but without direct quotes we can only refer to what has been reported. According to the New York Post, Green discussed his ejection following the game against the Kings. However, it remains to be seen whether or not Green will face any further punishment for his actions. For now, the incident has sparked a divisive discussion among NBA fans and experts alike.
