Draymond Green’s recent comments on LeBron James have once again stirred the pot of controversy in the NBA community. Green appeared on The Daily Show and half-jokingly compared himself with LeBron James. In fact, he further said that he intended to surpass LeBron by winning one more ring in the future.
The Golden State Warriors defeated the Boston Celtics 4-2 in the 2022 NBA Finals to bag their fourth ring in eight years. Draymond Green also cemented his position as an integral part of the Warriors dynasty by winning his fourth championship ring. But his comments after securing the chip have attracted attention from the media and the fans.
NBA fans react to Draymond Green’s LeBron comments
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Draymond Green answered a question from The Daily Show host Trevor Noah about what motivates him to go on after winning so many rings in the most unexpected way imaginable. In fact, Green said that the chief motivation behind his success is the desire to surpass LeBron James.
“Well, LeBron has four“, said the 4-time NBA champion, “And if I get five, I’m the greatest ever, right?”
“LeBron has four and if I get five I’m the greatest ever, right?” 😂
– Draymond Green on his motivation to win more championships
(h/t @AhnFireDigital ) pic.twitter.com/vd5OhlBhpZ— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) June 29, 2022
The studio audience erupted in laughter after hearing Green’s explanation. Noah joined in as well.?However, NBA fans have been more skeptical of Green’s words.
In fact, many have refused to take it as a mere joke. Meanwhile, they have flooded social media with their opinions on the matter. Here are some of the best reactions.
https://twitter.com/guythanosddd/status/1541992375559417856?s=20
Why does draymond ride Lebron so hard? I refuse to believe there’s not a motive
— Cole (@ABColee) June 29, 2022
Why is it that everytime he speaks he mentions lebron
— Brandon (@Brandon_A24) June 29, 2022
This dude stans LeBron as much as anybody.
— NextUp (@RCasparriello) June 29, 2022
https://twitter.com/TheMemeSandBox/status/1541991913305276419?s=20
The amount of people who can't make sense of this is astounding. Draymond is on record calling Bron the GOAT. He's saying this as a jab to all the people who argue MJ is better than Bron because he has 6 rings yet use zero context in their arguments.
— Matthew Cheng (@MCheng_) June 29, 2022
HE ISNT BEING SERIOUS HIM AND BRON ARE DAMN NEAR BEST FRIENDS HES SNEAK DISSING THE RINGS DETERMINE GOAT CULTURE 😂
— ²³ (@SpeakContext) June 29, 2022
You average a Career 7 ppg a game.
— WhySoSerious? (@NoLimitsRiq) June 29, 2022
— The Realest Realist 🏀 (@TRRealist23) June 29, 2022
Did he just admit bron the goat then or idk really
— ً (@MiIlsWrld) June 29, 2022
You’re a bus rider. Steph would be the greatest ever over Lebron
— E ☀️ (@DubMnE) June 29, 2022
Sorry bro, You can’t be the greatest averaging 2 pts a game @Money23Green
— Curry Goat (@dagoat_30) June 29, 2022
Draymond Green’s friendship with LeBron James is no secret. And Green has spoken highly of the Lakers superstar in recent times. So it is not a surprise that some fans are connecting the dots as to Green is recruiting James to the Warriors.
LeBron James and the Lakers’ chances in the upcoming season
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are in muddy waters before the 2022-23 season. After a disappointing end to the previous campaign, the Lakers are in desperate need to perform. However, they are yet to find a solution to the Russell Westbrook situation.
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Westbrook has revealed his limitations in playing off the ball with LeBron James as the floor general. Besides, he has failed to play in tandem with the team and prove himself as a worthy second option to LeBron.
Incidentally, Westbrook has a $47.1 million player option for the next season. Therefore, if he chooses to stay in LA, LeBron and company will have to find a solution to bring out the best in him.
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