In a recent match between the Golden State Warriors and the Phoenix Suns, Draymond Green’s actions have once again sparked controversy and disappointment among NBA fans and his team. During the third quarter, in an out-of-bounds play, Green found himself in a heated situation with Jusuf Nurkic of the Suns.
At first, there was some contact from Nurkic, but the situation escalated when Green reacted by swiping at Nurkic, striking him in the face. This action led to Green being assessed a Flagrant Foul 2 and he was then removed from the game.
This incident has sparked a lot of criticism from the NBA community. Fans took to social media, with some suggesting that Green’s aggressive style of play is more suited to UFC than NBA, “He should be in the UFC, not in the NBA.” Comments like “What is actually wrong with Dray?” and “Why is homie still on the team?” highlight how disappointed and frustrated people are getting with Green’s play on the court.
The Warriors, who are already struggling to maintain their position in the Western Conference with a 10-13 record, find themselves in a challenging situation. Draymond Green, although not in his prime, remains a key player in the team’s strategy on both ends of the court.
How many times Draymond Green has been ejected this season
The ejection during the game against the Suns was the third time Draymond Green has been ejected this season. His first ejection happened in a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, where a controversial call followed by a fight with Donovan Mitchell led to his ejection.
The second ejection was during a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, where a fight involving Klay Thompson, Jaden McDaniels, and Rudy Gobert escalated after Green intervened and choked Rudy Gobert. These repeated incidents of ejection highlight a concerning pattern in Green’s behavior on the court.
Tonight is Draymond’s 15th game this season
He has been ejected 3 times
He has been suspended for 5 games
He has missed 2 games to injury and 1 for personal reasons— Dalton Johnson (@DaltonJ_Johnson) December 13, 2023
With 20 career ejections to his name, according to Spotrac.com, Green’s aggressive playing style and decision-making have often crossed the line. Warriors coach, Steve Kerr, along with the team, has expressed disappointment in Green’s actions, especially considering his crucial role in the team. The Warriors want Green to play tough but there is also a line that cannot be crossed
The ongoing season has been challenging for Green, who has already missed eight games due to suspensions, injuries, and personal reasons. With only 15 appearances out of 23 games, his latest potential suspension could further increase problems for GSW
