As His Future with the Warriors Hangs in Balance, Draymond Green Bares His Heart Out for 9x Champion

The Golden State Warriors have been one of the most exciting teams to watch this playoffs. Their first-round matchup against the Sacramento Kings was an instant classic, which went to Game 7 for a conclusion. Following the Dubs’ impressive Game 2 win against the Lakers, four-time NBA champion Draymond Green released his podcast. In the episode, he talked about the Warriors’ matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers, while also opening up on his gratitude for a nine-time NBA champion.

Green recounted his respect for coach Steve Kerr as he opened up on the Boss’ contribution to his career. Moreover, he also gave his thoughts on the ‘chess game’ between Mike Brown and Kerr during the recently concluded series.

Draymond Green expresses his heartfelt gratitude for coach Steve Kerr

Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors pulled off a masterclass to beat the Sacramento Kings in the first round of the playoffs. Coach Steve Kerr’s role in their massive win went mostly under the radar. 

On the latest episode of The Draymond Green Show, the Warriors superstar chimed in on the impending LeBron James threat they face in the second round of the playoffs. He asserted that despite the threat the Warriors are ready to take him on.

Although Green might have a good relationship with the coach and the team, his future still remains in the air. Contract talks between the former DPOY and the team have stalled. Prior to the 2022-23 season, Green asserted that he doesn’t believe the Warriors are offering him an extension. However, amid uncertainties, Green revealed his honest thoughts on the role Steve Kerr played in their matchup against the Kings. According to the Dubs star, he played a game of chess along with Mike Brown and it was enjoyable to see as a basketball fan. 

During the podcast, Green said, “You saw it in full force in the last series when it was the Kings and Mike Brown, who knows us very well. Him and Steve [Steve Kerr] playing chess. And as a basketball fan, absolutely fun to watch just like the chess pieces and the moves that were being made, I absolutely enjoyed it. The most important thing is, I learn, I learn from him. You watch these coaches do these, I learn from them.”

“I’ve been learning from Steve so much this year. It’s been a real pleasure playing for Steve and learning not only the X’s and O’s, but Steve has taught me more about winning. I think I’ve always been a winner my whole life, but Steve Kerr has won at a level that not many people in NBA history…”

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Mike Brown worked under Kerr, who is a nine-time NBA champion, for several years. He worked as Kerr’s assistant from 2017 to 2022, when he joined the Kings. Brown worked wonders with the Kings this season and led them to their first playoffs in several years.

The Lakers stand in the way of Kerr and the Warriors

After a grueling matchup against the Kings, Stephen Curry and co saw a familiar foe. LeBron James. The Warriors are facing the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference semi-finals.

The matchup is already heating up with the games tied at 1-1. The winner will face the victor of the Denver Nuggets and the Phoenix Suns series in the Western Conference finals. The Dubs hold the upper hand over the Lakers. However, LeBron James’ playoff acumen should never be taken lightly.

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