Charles Barkley didn’t mince words when he shared his thoughts on the Golden State Warriors and their suspended player, Draymond Green, after the stomping incident involving Kings’ All-Star Domantas Sabonis. Barkley acknowledged the Sacramento Kings’ dominance over the defending champions, stating that they are “just kicking their [Golden State Warriors’] ass.”
The former player and current analyst for TNT’s “Inside The NBA” show expressed his disappointment that Green’s suspension was taking away from the fact that the Kings had a fabulous season and have outplayed the Warriors.
Charles Barkley on the Draymond situation:
"What really bothers me about this whole thing, to be honest with you, we're taking away from the fact that the Sacramento Kings are just kicking their ass."
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Barkley commended the Kings for their terrific team and their ability to emerge as the better clutch team in both Game 1 and Game 2, which went down to the wire. He also recognized De’Aaron Fox, the NBA’s inaugural Clutch Player of the Year, as a difference-maker for the Kings.
Barkley’s comments came after Green’s actions warranted him a Flagrant 2 foul for stomping on Sabonis’ chest in the fourth quarter of the Warriors’ Game 2 loss. Green denied that it was deliberate, claiming that he had nowhere to land his foot as Sabonis had grabbed his ankle while on the floor. However, his explanation did not sway the officials, resulting in his ejection from the game.
Despite the Warriors’ defensive prowess, the Kings have outplayed them defensively, which is not one of their biggest strengths. The Kings have shown that they are a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs, and Barkley believes that their dominance should not be overshadowed by Green’s suspension.
In conclusion, Barkley’s candid thoughts on the situation demonstrate his belief that the Kings have earned their success and deserve recognition for their impressive performances in the playoffs. His statement that the “Sacramento Kings are just kicking their [Golden State Warriors’] ass” is a testament to the Kings’ strength and potential to go far in the playoffs.
Draymond Green Stomped to Leads to a One-Game Suspension
Draymond Green, the Golden State Warriors’ star player, has been suspended for one game after stomping on the chest of Sacramento Kings’ All-Star Domantas Sabonis during Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. The NBA officials reviewed the incident and issued Green a Flagrant 2 foul, which resulted in his ejection from the game.
Green claimed that he did not stomp deliberately and that his foot had nowhere to land as Sabonis was holding onto his ankle while on the floor. However, the officials determined that Green’s actions were unnecessary and unsportsmanlike, as Sabonis was already down and unable to defend himself.
Green’s suspension comes as a significant blow to the Golden State Warriors, who are already 2-0 against Kings . The Warriors will need to find a way to regroup and overcome the Sacramento Kings in Game 3, who have been dominating the series so far. Green’s absence means that other players will have to step up and fill the void, making the upcoming game even more challenging for the Warriors.
