The Golden State Warriors emerged as a formidable force full of feats and fortitude in last decade. The Warriors clinched four NBA championships in eight years, taking down some of the biggest names in the league. And the major credit for these court exploits goes to the ‘Big Three’ of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green.

But the team has had to face some heat due to Draymond Green as well. However, former Washington Wizards star Gilbert Arenas reveals why the Warriors put up with Green’s antics and choose to look the other way.

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Draymond Green has been a vital part of the Warriors. While Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson take on the offensive load to perfection, Green makes sure to double down on defense.

But the Warriors have had to face a lot of heat and deal with consequences due to Draymond Green. But why do his shenanigans get overlooked by Stephen Curry and the rest of the squad?

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Well, according to Gilbert Arenas, it is because of the four NBA championships. In the most recent episode of Gil’s Arena, Arenas was joined by former NBA legend Kenyon Martin as the two talked about multiple aspects.

One of the co-hosts asked the rest if the Warriors should move on from Green and the current Big Three or continue to ride it out. To that, Arenas said, “His personality, what he brought. He’s got four rings. What’re you going to say? Right?”

“No matter what you say, right? The technicals, 16 technicals, getting kicked out of the games. That’s what he gets to do.”

Why do Stephen Curry and the Warriors turn a blind eye?

Gilbert Arenas seemingly was on board with Draymond Green’s antics that usually rub fans the wrong way. He mentioned that as long as Green keeps performing on a high level, the rest of the squad would not bat an eye.

As much as anyone would like to discredit him, Green has been a crucial part of the Warriors’ championships. And, that’s why the front office along with his teammates are willing to look the other way for the bigger picture.

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This was evident when the Warriors organization went on to choose Green over Poole by trading him away. Now that the front office has given Green a new $100 million contract, let’s see if the team can add another title to its trophy case.