Draymond Green accepts being clueless about the effects of his leaked viral video of his altercation with Jordan Poole
Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has been a giant topic since fighting his teammate, Jordan Poole, a few weeks ago. He has finally addressed what he thinks of the video showing Green punching Poole during a practice that was released by TMZ.
Green, a four-time NBA champion, is known to be a fierce competitor and has often clashed against his teammates. A few weeks ago, he was in the spotlight as reports of his fight with Poole took over social media. Not long after, a video of him throwing a punch at Poole was published.
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Green has reportedly apologized to his young teammate. Despite his actions, the four-time All-Star wasn't suspended by the team. Instead, he was given a fine. Green also shared that he wasn't fully aware of the aftershock of his actions. Especially when the video of him charging at Poole went viral, Green was oblivious to how it could affect his image as a leader.
Before the season even began, Green released a video of his thoughts on the viral video of him punching his teammate.
"Once I woke up to the video, I don't know if the dynamic necessarily changes or not, because you never really know people's opinion right away," Green said. "To be totally honest with you, I never really knew how much it blew up, because I don't really spend much time searching Instagram or looking through comments. I don't read many tweets at all.
"I was just at home chillin' with my children. If you want me to be honest with you, I still don't know how much the world may think it blew up."
“I never really knew how much it blew up. … I was just at home chillin with my children.”
Draymond reflects on the viral video of his altercation with Jordan Poole
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Green may have caused a small rift in his professional relationship with the young guard. But the entire team has been taking small steps to get everyone on the same page.
Draymond Green and Jordan Poole's chemistry could dictate the Warriors' season
Heading into the season, the Golden State Warriors are trying to win back-to-back titles. Both Draymond Green and Jordan Poole were key pieces to the Warriors' championship last season.
With the entire league in shock at what happened with the Warriors, many believe that it could hurt their chances at winning another title. What occurred could affect the team's morale.
Green is entering his 11th season, while Poole is starting his fourth year.
There are differences in their careers, but they both play well together. The 2016-17 Defensive Player of the Year winner has helped shape Jordan Poole into the player he is today.
Regardless of his actions, the Warriors still won't trade Draymond Green
Draymond Green is an unusual star. He doesn't put up insane numbers, he's not extremely athletic and he doesn't shoot the ball like any of the Splash Brothers. However, he's still valuable to the team.
His ability to read defenses and understand coverages have earned him a seat among the smartest players in history. Green isn't a flashy player, but the Golden State Warriors know that he's every bit as important as the Splash Brothers in their title quests. Letting him go isn't in their future plans.
Sometimes, he may go overboard, but that's because of his passion for the game. Draymond Green is expressive and doesn't hold back. The organization clearly knows what he brings to the squad, and he's a valued member of the team.