In a game marked by the Golden State Warriors’ defeat against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Draymond Green, the team’s star, expressed his frustration over what he considers an “agenda” against him, accusing that they seek to portray him as an “angry black man”.
The situation unfolded after Green received his fifth technical foul in the playoffs during the second game of the series.
The incident occurred when Green was contacted by Naz Reid of the Timberwolves. Following the action, Green reacted with a movement of his left arm, which resulted in a technical foul against him after a review.
With this, Green is two technical fouls away from an automatic one-game suspension.
He seemed like the angry black man. I am not an angry black man. I am a very successful and educated black man with a great family, and I am great at basketball and what I do.
Draymond Green
During the match, a fan was ejected for directing a racial insult at Green, according to team security.
Jimmy Butler, Green’s teammate, agreed that Green’s reputation often influences referee decisions, but he is confident that Green will avoid a suspension.
The absence of Stephen Curry, who is out with an injury, makes Green’s presence crucial for the Warriors.
Coach Steve Kerr, aware of the situation, emphasized the importance of Green maintaining his composure.
In the past, Green has demonstrated his ability to handle high-pressure situations, such as in the sixth game against the Houston Rockets, where he showed a lack of composure that led him to reflect and seek support from his family and friends.
In the decisive game against the Rockets, Green demonstrated his commitment to the team, remaining calm and leading with his play.
Kerr mentioned that Green has a habit of exaggerating fouls, which often results in technical decisions against him.
Butler trusts that Green, being an experienced player, is aware of the importance of his presence on the team and will avoid problems with the referees.
