The Golden State Warriors have avoided a first-round matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies after securing the No. 6 seed in the regular season. However, it seems that Draymond Green hasn’t stopped taking shots at Dillon Brooks.
Green, known for his aggressive approach to the game, remains one of the most hated players in the Association. While he may deny pursuing the villain title, his actions speak louder than words.
Green and Brooks have had their fair share of run-ins, with the Memphis forward reigniting their beef following his “I don’t like Draymond” comment earlier this year.
This prompted a back-and-forth between the two, with Green calling Brooks an “idiot” and Brooks evoking memories of Green punching Jordan Poole in the past offseason. Brooks has also fueled the public’s negative perception of him by going after teams and players, particularly the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James.
However, Brooks has pushed back against the notion that he is a villain, blaming the media for painting him in that picture. Despite this, it’s clear that Green and Brooks have a history and a level of animosity towards each other. It remains to be seen if they will face off in the playoffs, but one thing is for sure: if they do, there will be fireworks.
In a recent interview, Green was asked if he enjoyed being a villain, to which he responded that he doesn’t pursue the villain title and that it isn’t enjoyable. However, many believe that Green’s aggressive approach to the game and his tendency to hurt opponents have made him a natural villain.
Regardless of his intentions, Green’s actions on the court have earned him a reputation as one of the most disliked players in the league. “I don’t go chasing after some villain title… I’m also never ducking any smoke” – Draymond Green said.
In the end, whether or not Green is a villain is up for debate. However, his history with Brooks and his aggressive approach to the game make it clear that he is not a player that opponents enjoy facing off against. As the playoffs get underway, it will be interesting to see if Green and Brooks cross paths once again and if their animosity towards each other boils over.
Draymond Green’s Experience Key to Golden State Warriors’ Victory in Game 5
Draymond Green attributed the Golden State Warriors’ championship experience for their 123-116 victory over the Sacramento Kings in Game 5. Green stated on “Inside the NBA” that their familiarity with high-pressure situations helped them overcome the Kings’ multiple runs throughout the game.
He added that the team knew what it would take to win and their experience eventually allowed them to take control of the game in the closing moments.
The Warriors can finish off the series at home in Game 6, with the defending champions having a strong regular-season record of 33-8 at Chase Center. The team has already won both games against the Kings in the playoffs, and they will be hoping to capitalize on their home-court advantage to secure their place in the next round.
Green’s comments highlight the importance of experience in playoff basketball. As a team that has won four championships in the last decade, the Warriors have been through countless high-pressure situations, and their experience has allowed them to remain calm and focused when the game is on the line.
As they look to continue their playoff run, the Warriors will be hoping that their experience will once again prove to be the difference-maker.
