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Playing against Draymond Green for the first time was a special moment for one Boston Celtics rookie

When discussing special moments from his rookie season, Celtics forward Grant Williams mentioned the first time he guarded Draymond Green.

When members of the Golden State Warriors suit up against the NBA’s new wave of talent, they are playing against a group of players that have watched as Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green registered three titles over five trips to the NBA Finals.

During Golden State’s run with Curry, Thompson and Green, young players have become fans of the Warriors’ trio of All-Stars.

When discussing his first season with the Boston Celtics, former Tennessee Volunteer product Grant Williams mentioned Golden State’s former Defensive Player of the Year.

When Williams was asked about a moment that made him “pinch himself” during his rookie season, the former SEC Player of the Year spoke about the first time he lined up against Green. According to Williams, Green was one of his favorite players when he was in high school and college.

Via Rocky Top Insider (H/T CelticsWire):

I think that was more so Draymond [Green]. I think everyone knows when I was going through high school and college, he was my favorite player. So, when the first time I ever wanted to be in that role, it was definitely a moment for me the first time I played against him for the first time. I’ve met him before, so playing against him was unique, but every other guy is just a competitor to me. And I’m like, ‘Okay, I just want to take on the challenge.’ So, no matter who I was playing, there’s a bunch of names — Giannis [Antetokounmpo], Pascal [Siakam], those guys — I’m like ‘I’m playing against them, cool. Let’s just compete and get this win.’ It was definitely an interesting time.

Watch the complete Williams interview via YouTube:

In two games against Green and the Warriors, Williams averaged three points on 3-of-6 shooting from the field with four rebounds, two assists and 1.5 steals in 16 minutes per contest.

With Curry and Thompson expected to be fully healthy for the start of next season, Williams will get a full dose of Golden State’s lineup in his sophomore year in the NBA.

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Draymond Green celebrates the Steelers narrow AFC North win over the Baltimore Ravens

After the Pittsburgh Steelers narrow AFC North win against the Baltimore Ravens, Draymond Green chimed in on Twitter to celebrate.

Sunday featured a battle between a pair of top contenders in the AFC. “Big Ben” Roethlisberger led the undefeated Pittsburgh Steelers into Baltimore for a matchup against the defending Most Valuable Player Lamar Jackson and the Ravens.

On the third play from scrimmage, the Steelers lit up the scoreboard after a mistake from Jackson. The Ravens signal-caller through an errant pass into the hands of Robert Spillane. The Steelers linebacker returned the interception 33 yards in the opposite direction for a pick-six touchdown.

The Ravens quickly bounced back with a touchdown pass from Jackson on the next drive. Later in the first quarter, the Ravens tacked on another touchdown and a field goal to take a 17-7 lead into the second quarter.

Despite the Ravens’ early lead, the Steelers broke off 21 points in the second half to steal the game in Baltimore.

Via @SportsCenter on Twitter:

Roethlisberger finished the game with 182 yards on 21-of-32 passing with two touchdowns. Jackson matched Roethlisberger’s two touchdowns. However, the 2019 MVP tossed a pair of interceptions.

After celebrating his alma mater Michigan State’s upset win over the Michigan Wolverines on Saturday, Draymond Green chimed in on Twitter after the Steelers win in Baltimore. According to the former Defensive Player of the Year, the Spartans and Steelers victories led to a “great weekend.”

Via @Money23Green on Twitter:

Last week, Green weighed in on Twitter after Pittsburgh’s last-second win against the Tennessee Titans.

The Week 8 tilt was the first of two bouts between the bitter rivals in the AFC North. After their big win against the Ravens, Green’s Steelers will travel to the lone star state for an interconference game against the Dallas Cowboys.

Draymond Green reacts to Michigan State’s college football upset win over rival Michigan

Following Michigan State’s upset win over Michigan, Draymond Green chimed in on Twitter to celebrate his alma mater’s rivalry week victory.

On Saturday, the college football slate featured the Michigan State Spartans’ tilt against the Michigan Wolverines. With his alma mater in action against their bitter rival, Draymond Green was tuned into college football.

Before Sparty kicked off against the Wolverines, Green joined Fox’s Big Noon Kickoff to preview the Big 10’s storied rivalry. The Golden State Warriors forward spoke about his time at Michigan and traded shots with Michigan legend Charles Woodson.

Via @CFBONFOX on Twitter:

After coming off a win over the No. 21 ranked Minnesota Gophers to start the season, Jim Harbaugh’s Wolverines were 21.5 point favorites against their Michigan rivals.

Despite being heavy underdogs, Michigan State jumped out to a 7-0 lead in the first quarter. The Spartans were able to hold onto the lead heading into halftime, 14-10.

After the two teams traded scores in the third quarter, the Spartans took a 27-17 lead on a Connor Heyward 13-yard touchdown reception from Rocky Lombardi with 5:11 remaining in the final quarter. The 10-point fourth-quarter lead was enough to seal the Spartans’ upset victory.

Following Michigan State’s 27-24 win in Ann Arbor, Green took to social media to celebrate his alma mater.

Via @Money23Green on Twitter:

 

After Michigan State wideout Ricky White recorded eight catches for 196 yards and a touchdown, Green had praise for the freshman pass catcher.

 

Following their rivalry week victory against the Wolverines, Mel Tucker will lead his squad to Kinnick Stadium for a matchup against the Iowa Hawkeyes.

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Draymond Green reacts to vicious knockout from Gervonta “Tank” Davis vs. Léo Santa Cruz

After Gervonta “Tank” Davis knocked Léo Santa Cruz out with a vicious uppercut punch, Warriors forward Draymond Green chimed in on Twitter.

After Draymond Green watched his Michigan State Spartans upset the Michigan Wolverines on the college football schedule, the Golden State Warriors forward turned his attention to boxing.

With the WBA Super Featherweight and Lightweight titles on the line, Geronta “Tank” Davis and Léo Santa Cruz squared off in the Showtime boxing main event.

After a couple of tight rounds to open the bout, Davis landed a vicious punch to end the fight in impressive fashion. With 2:40 remaining in the 6th round, the 25-year-old southpaw blasted his opponent with a buckling uppercut that put Santa Cruz on the mat.

Watch the viral highlight uppercut finish from Davis via @ShowtimeBoxing on Twitter:

Following the knockout, Green chimed in on Twitter with his reaction. The three-time NBA All-Star forward had a simple two-word message after the electric performance from Davis.

Via @Money23Green on Twitter:

Following his victory, the Baltimore product’s record moved to a perfect 24-0 with 23 knockouts. Davis now holds the belts in the WBA’s Lightweight (130–135 lbs) and Super Featherweight (126–130 lbs) divisions. As for Santa Cruz, the 32-year-old saw his record fall to 37-2-1.

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Watch: Warriors’ Draymond Green locked in for intense offseason workout

Draymond Green is preparing for the start of the Golden State Warriors’ new season with an intense offseason training session in Los Angeles.

Over the last week, several members of the Golden State Warriors have been spotted at offseason workouts. Following videos of Marquese Chriss and Andrew Wiggins putting in work at the gym were posted on social media, Draymond Green was next in line.

On Saturday, a clip was shared of the former Defensive Player of the Year going through an intense offseason workout. Skills and Development trainer Jamal Boykin posted a video on Instagram of Green handling the ball up the court while being held back by resistance bands.

As Green drove the ball up the court with a bevy of crossovers, Boykin was tightly guarding the Golden State forward at the Yula High School gym in Los Angeles.

Via @jamal_boykin on Instagram:

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His fierce training session with Boykin wasn’t the first time Green was spotted working out over the offseason. In early October, the three-time All-Star was on the court to work on his range from beyond the arc.

While he dealt with injuries and load management throughout Golden State’s 2019-20 season, Green averaged 8 points on 38.9% shooting from the field with 6.2 rebounds, 6.2 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.1 blocks per contest. The Michigan State product only suited up for 43 of the Warriors’ 65 games.

For the Warriors to make a run back to the top of the Western Conference, Steve Kerr will need Green to return to Chase Center with a version of his All-Star caliber play.

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Draymond Green reacts to D.K. Metcalf’s incredible chase down tackle during Seahawks vs. Cardinals

Following D.K. Metcalf’s chase down tackle against Budda Baker to save a touchdown for the Seahawks, Draymond Green chimed in on Twitter.

Following an exciting slate of NFL action, the Seattle Seahawks and Arizona Cardinals squared off for week seven’s primetime matchup on Sunday Night Football.

During the divisional battle, MVP front runner Russell Wilson was able to push the Seahawks to an early 13-7 lead. However, the All-Pro quarterback made a rare mistake in the second quarter. With Seattle in the red zone, Wilson threw into the hands of Arizona’s Pro Bowl safety Budda Baker.

As Baker broke in the opposite direction, the Seahawks’ 6-foot-4, 240 lb wide receiver began to sprint to chase down the Cardinals’ safety turned ball carrier. In an incredible effort, D.K. Metcalf showed off his blazing speed to catch Baker on the two-yard line.

Via @NFL on Twitter:

 

According to the NFL’s Next Gen Stats, Metcalf traveled 114 yards. During his sprint to catch Baker, the 22-year-old wide receiver reached a max speed of 22.64 MPH.

Via @NextGenStats on Twitter:

Metcalf’s touchdown-saving tackle got the attention of the Golden State Warriors former Defensive Player of the Year. On Twitter, Draymond Green had a shoutout for the Seahawks pass catcher.

Via @Money23Green on Twitter:

Despite Baker’s interception setting up the Cardinals on the two-yard line, Kyler Murray’s offense failed to score, keeping the game at 13-7.

However, back and forth scores from both the Seahawks and Cardinals, the Sunday Night Football game was pushed into overtime with the game tied at 34.

Following another interception from Wilson in overtime, the Cardinals were able to complete their wild comeback, 37-34, with a field goal on the game’s final play from Zane Gonzalez.

While the Cardinals will head on a bye week, the Seahawks will play host to the Golden State Warriors San Francisco neighbor in week 8. The San Francisco 49ers and Seahawks are slated to kick off next Sunday at 1:25 P.M. PST.

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Watch: Draymond Green shows off range at offseason shooting workout

Although he’s not at the Golden State Warriors voluntary offseason minicamp, Draymond Green is busy working on his long-distance shooting.

Although he’s not on the practice floor at the Golden State Warriors voluntary minicamp, Draymond Green is putting in work this offseason. Both Green and Stephen Curry didn’t travel to “The Dubble” for family reasons.

However, the former Defensive Player of the Year was working out in Los Angeles at the Samson Center with Travis Walton. The NBA skills coach shared a series of videos from Green’s workout on his Instagram. Green was working on some mid-range and long-distance jumpers.

The three-time All-Star’s performance should bring a smile to his Splash Brother teammates. Green buried seven consecutive attempts from well beyond the 3-point line.

Via @warriorsworld on Twitter:

Top-rated five-star high school recruit Mikey Williams made an appearance at Green’s workout.

Green struggled from beyond the arc in 2019-20, shooting 27.9% on 3.0 3-point attempts per game. Green’s long-distance shooting numbers from 2019-20 was his lowest mark since his rookie season (20.9%). However, the forward dealt with injuries throughout the year, limiting his season to only 43 games.

Green’s display at his offseason workout could be a positive sign for the Golden State Warriors moving into the new season.

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Draymond Green has praise for Tyler Herro following Heat vs. Bucks Game 5 performance

After Tyler Herro tallied 14 points, eight rebounds and six assists in the Heat vs. Bucks game five tilt, Draymond Green had praise for the rookie.

On Tuesday, the Miami Heat were able to close out the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks in game five to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. Goran Dragic and Jimmy Butler each tallied 17 points to lead the Heat over the Bucks, 103-94.

Behind their veteran leaders, Tyler Herro contributed to the Heat’s run past the Bucks off the bench. In 37 minutes, the Kentucky product notched 14 points on 5-of-10 shooting with eight rebounds, six assists, a steal and an assist. Herro knocked down three of his seven attempts from beyond the arc. The rookie capped off his game five effort with a game-high +23 on the boxscore.

Herro’s steady performance against the Bucks got the attention of an All-Star from the Golden State Warriors. Draymond Green chimed in on Twitter, calling the 20-year-old “a real player.”

Via @Money23Green on Twitter:

Against Milwaukee, Herro averaged 13.2 points on 37.5% shooting from the field with 5.6 rebounds and 3.6 assists in five games. In the second round of the playoffs, the young sharpshooter buried 14-of-33 from beyond the arc.

Via @MiamiHEAT on Twitter:

Atlanta’s All-Star point guard Trae Young also dropped a shoutout for Herro on Twitter.

Via @TheTraeYoung on Twitter:

Alongside Herro, Green’s former teammate Andre Iguodala scored six points in 18 minutes off the bench. Golden State’s former sixth man added five rebounds, two assists, two blocks and a steal. Two of Iguodala’s points came on a dime from Herro.

Before they find out who they’ll face in the Eastern Conference Finals, Iguodala, Herro and the Heat will wait for the winner between the Toronto Raptors and Boston Celtics series.

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Draymond Green has high praise for P.J. Tucker’s corner 3-point shooting

During the Rockets game two matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers, Draymond Green had high praise for P.J. Tucker’s corner 3-point shooting.

Although the Golden State Warriors aren’t on the court in the Orlando Bubble, Draymond Green has been tuning in for the NBA’s postseason slate.

With the second round of the playoffs underway, the former Defensive Player of the Year has been appearing with the crew at the NBA on TNT as an analyst. While he wasn’t behind the camera for the Houston Rockets game two matchups with the Los Angeles Lakers, Green brought his takes to Twitter.

While James Harden and Russell Westbrook are the headlining pieces for Houston, Green was focused on a different member of the Rockets. On Sunday night, the Golden State forward said Houston’s P.J. Tucker “may be” the best corner 3-point shooter in NBA history. High praise from a player that’s played all of his career alongside Steph Curry and Klay Thompson.

Via @Money23Green on Twitter:

On 2.9 attempts per contest, Tucker is averaging 36.1% from beyond the arc in his career. Since lacing up at the NBA’s Disney World campus, the Texas product is shooting 28.6% from deep on 5.3 long-range attempts per game.

In game two against the Lakers, Tucker tallied a double with 18 points on 7-of-9 shooting from the field. The veteran forward added 11 rebounds, two assists, a block and a steal. Tucker’s 18 point performance was the most he’s scored since joining the Orlando Bubble.

On his way to registering 18 points, Tucker was able to knock down a pair of triples from the corner.

Despite Tucker’s impressive performance, it wasn’t enough to hold off LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Both James and Davis recorded double-doubles against the Rockets, combining for 62 points and 21 rebounds. Behind their All-Star forwards, the Lakers moved to 2-0 in the series over the Rockets with a 117-109 victory.

Tucker and the Rockets will suit up for game three against the Lakers on Tuesday at 6 P.M. PT.

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Draymond Green praises Gary Trent Jr.’s ‘game winning play’ for Trail Blazers vs. Nets

After his late triple gave the Portland Trail Blazers the lead in the fourth quarter, Draymond Green had high praise for Gary Trent Jr.

After dropping 61 and 51 points in back-to-back games, Damian Lillard continued his fierce streak of basketball with a chance at the postseason on the line.

Against the Brooklyn Nets, the Oakland native tallied 42 points on 8-of-14 shooting from the field with 12 assists, three boards and two steals. Lillard splashed eight 3-pointers against the Nets with one coming from just inside the halfcourt line.

While Lillard was the centerpiece of Portland’s 134-133 victory against Brooklyn, one Golden State Warrior praised a different member of the Blazers.

After Gary Trent Jr. drilled a 3-pointer to give the Trail Blazers the lead with 2:29 remaining in the fourth quarter, Draymond Green chimed in on Twitter.

Via @Money23Green on Twitter:

Following Trent’s long-distance jumper, the Blazers were able to close out the Nets over the final two minutes of the contest. The Duke product finished the game with 16 points on 6-of-13 shooting from the field with four triples in 37 minutes.

Since entering the Orlando Bubble, Trent is averaging 16.9 points on 50.6 shooting from the field. The NBA Sophomore is on fire from beyond the arc, shooting 48.6 from deep.

Lillard, Trent Jr. and the Blazers will be back on the court at Disney World on Saturday for their much-anticipated Western Conference playoff play-in game against Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies.

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