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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

Fresh off serving a one-of-a-kind backlash from the NBA, Draymond Green found himself in an indefinite suspension. It came due to his constant on-court antics and behavioral issues. Split between two suspensions this season, the veteran defensive anchor has already sat out 17 games for the Warriors. Now reinstated into the lineup, questions linger about his actual change in demeanor, especially as he plans to make a return.

Additionally, discussions have surfaced regarding where the Warriors, as a franchise, draw the line for Green. Monte Poole, a veteran sports journalist and insider for the Golden State Warriors, delves into precisely that.

Draymond Green is on his last call

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During a conversation on NBC, Poole weighed in on discussions surrounding Draymond Green potentially being on his “last strike” with the Warriors, despite his substantial contract. Poole expressed his observations at the Warriors camp, stating, “Yeah, there are no more strikes left.” While not directly quoting anyone, he asserted that the prevailing vibe among both players and staff conveys the sentiment.

From what the insider said, it looks like Draymond Green’s incident with Jusuf Nurkic was the last such altercation that the Warriors will tolerate from Green.

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However, Poole pointed fingers at the franchise for enabling Draymond’s on-court behavior. Referring to the Jordan Poole incident, he highlighted a recent occurrence where Green stepped on Domantas Sabonis’ chest. Furthermore, he blamed the Warriors for endorsing Green’s actions on the court by promptly offering him a four-year, $100 million contract with a player option just a few months later.

Draymond considered retiring during his indefinite suspension

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Amidst his recent suspension following the incident with Jusuf Nurkic, Draymond Green found himself grappling with the toll it was taking on him. During a conversation with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, Green expressed that the pressure had become overwhelming, prompting him to contemplate retiring from the NBA.

Along with the suspension, headlines about Green going through bigger problems circulated. This, in combination with the Warriors’ struggles, and a suspension that does not necessarily warrant his return to the court, Green felt in constant turmoil.

Understanding the gravity of the situation, Silver intervened, deeming Green’s decision rash and persuading him not to proceed with it. Reflecting on the incident on his podcast, Green expressed gratitude towards Adam Silver for guiding him through the right decision during a challenging period.

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In addition to Green, Warriors fans must be thrilled with Silver. Had Green gone through with his retirement plans, it would have marked a bitter conclusion to what stands as the most successful NBA trio in the last decade.