“MJ Gambled Till 4 AM The Night Before Finals Games. Rodman Left Town To Smoke Cigars With Hulk Hogan On WCW Nitro,” NBA Fan Defends Draymond Green For Podcasting During The Finals

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NBA players are paid millions to play the game of basketball, so it is fair to assume that the sport is their primary focus as long as they are in the league. However, that is far from the case in real life, as NBA players often focus their attention on other aspects of their life. 

When dedication is what is expected throughout the year, the Finals become even more important for teams and fans to see the players fully focused on winning a title. While many players are like that, some aren’t. That doesn’t necessarily mean that their performances are hampered because they have other things to do.

This has become a massive talking point with Draymond Green and his affinity for recording podcasts immediately after games are over. He has been criticized by many for focusing on his media career more than the ongoing series against Boston. A fan and noted podcaster has pointed out why Draymond’s podcast can’t be what’s holding him back considering what players like Michael Jordan and Dennis Rodman did during their many Finals series.

The Last Dance is the perfect source for this. Anyone can go and see the tape of Rodman partying during the Finals and appearing as a member of the nWo on WCW Nitro on TNT. In addition, MJ would regularly indulge himself in gambling and golf during the Finals.

This is what fans had to say about the observation:

It is hard to say that recording a podcast for 30 minutes is the reason Draymond is playing poorly. He probably just records his immediate thoughts and sends over the clips to editors at The Volume, who package the video and upload it on the YouTube channel.

Green’s performances have been lacking and people were going to eventually point at the podcast as a distraction. People weren’t worried about this when the Warriors tore through the West in the Playoffs, so it shouldn’t be a concern now that the player is facing adversity.   

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher ReportYahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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