Green’s Recent Troubles
Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green, fresh from a suspension due to a punch thrown during a game, seems to have courted controversy once again. Following a dangerous move against Patty Mills, known as the “Australian King,” Green was ejected from the game against the Orlando Magic due to dissatisfaction with the referees. Even Stephen Curry shook his head in disbelief, indicating the severity of the situation.
Green’s Admission of Fault
Reflecting on his ejection on his podcast, “The Draymond Green Show,” Green expressed deep regret, acknowledging that the incident “shouldn’t have happened.” He admitted that the words he directed at the referees warranted his ejection, revealing that he initially intended to walk toward the bench but spoke prematurely. Green confessed that his mouth acted faster than his body, resulting in two technical fouls and subsequent ejection.
Curry’s Reaction
Curry’s visible disappointment, captured as Green was ejected within 4 minutes of the game, underscored the impact of the incident. In a post-game interview, Curry emphasized the team’s need for Green and stressed the importance of his presence on the court, regardless of the circumstances.
Green’s Podcast Statement
On his podcast, Green reiterated his remorse, acknowledging that his words warranted his ejection. He described his attempt to adjust his body position before being ejected but admitted that he spoke prematurely. Green emphasized his commitment to ensuring such incidents remain exceptions rather than the norm.
Frequent Ejections
This latest ejection marks Green’s fourth of the season and the second in the first quarter, making it a career-high for him in a single season. He now holds the distinction of being the player with the most ejections in a single season since Kevin Durant’s five ejections during the 2017-18 season.
Career Ejection Record
With this ejection, Green’s career total rises to 19, placing him second in NBA history behind Rasheed Wallace, who holds the record with 25 ejections over 25 seasons.
Lessons Learned
Green’s repeated ejections serve as a reminder of the importance of emotional control and discipline in professional sports. Both Green and the Warriors organization aim to ensure that such incidents do not become a recurring issue. (BK8F)
