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Three back-to-back defeats were more than enough for Steve Kerr’s Warriors to endure. After a frustrating trip to LA, they were ready to take on the Suns the following day in the Bay Area. And most dramatically, they ended their losing streak on Saturday night. But the night wasn’t just about the victory. It was about Draymond Green making history. Yes, you heard it right. The spotlight was certainly on him and for all the right reasons. Overwhelmed with emotion, his wife, Hazel Renee sent a powerful message to her husband’s doubters.

Mrs. Green was courtside, capturing moments from the game, including the final shot as the score read 109-105. Later she posted the video on her Instagram story with the caption, “A much needed Winnnnnnnn 🙏🏽🥳.” It was indeed a victory the Warriors needed, especially with some predicting Coach Kerr’s job on the line. But that wasn’t all. Like a proud wife, Hazel also shared Draymond’s remarkable achievement. With his three shots from beyond the arc, the defensive mastermind became the third best 3-point shooter in the franchise history, trailing Stephen Curry (3853) and Klay Thompson (2481).

Along with the video, Hazel wrote a bold message, “Meanwhile…say whatever you wanna say but umm don’t miss this fact.” Draymond has faced his fair share of criticism, both for his on-court antics and performance. But last night, he silenced the doubters, at least for now. The 4-time champion showcased his strength at both ends of the floor, pulling down 8 rebounds, blocking a crucial shot from Tyus Jones, and stealing the ball twice. And by the end of the game, he finished with 16 points and 7 assists.

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Before stepping onto the court against Phoenix, Draymond Green had 699 career 3-pointers, just one behind the franchise’s former star, Jason Richardson. By the first half, the 34-year-old had already accomplished his personal goal, joining the Splash Bros. in the Warriors’ record books. And the loudest cheer came from wifey. Hazel has always been supportive of Green’s on-court success and has never hesitated to vocalize her pride.

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Hazel Renee support for husband Draymond Green and their strong bond

Earlier this month, when the Warriors defeated the Timberwolves by 114-106, what stole the show was Draymond’s high-flying dunk, followed by him imitating Curry’s iconic “night night” celebration. Hazel couldn’t contain her pride and took to her story to share the moment with her Insta family, stating, “To the Basketball Court #Winner My Old Man Still Got It 👏🏿👏🏿 @money23green.” No matter who stands against Draymond, a loving partner like Hazel is all it takes to heal.

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Draymond Green and Hazel Renee have known each other for years, but their bond grew stronger after Hazel’s split with ex-Sixers guard Jacob Pullen. Similarly, the Warriors forward had experienced a tough phase in his life with his previous relationship, which allowed them to find comfort and strength in one another.

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And when Hazel knew she had found “the one,” they rushed into it way too fast. “It was like a hurricane of fun and crazy and, like, we were just feeling all the things and we moved so fast that, whoo hoo, you just have to be ready for that,” she confessed on the Everybody’s Crazy podcast.

The “I Do” was confirmed by both of them in 2022 and for the past two years, they have been living life as a happily married couple, standing strong for each other through tough times. So, before anyone comes at Draymond, they should know exactly who they’re messing with.

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