Draymond Green Goes Off: “I’m Not An Angry Black Man, I’m Very Successful, Educated…”

Draymond Green sounds off on the media narrative building around him that he is an "angry black man" and refutes it by addressing his reality.

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Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was fuming after the 117-93 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. While enough needed to be said about the game, Green had more important matters to address, specifically regarding how his on-court demeanor had been portrayed in the media. He said:

“They make me look like the angry black man. I’m not an angry black man. I’m a very successful, educated black man with a great family, and I’m great at basketball. I’m great at what I do.”

“The agenda to try to keep making me look like an angry black man is crazy,” added Green, before walking off. “I’m sick of it. It’s ridiculous.”

The Warriors forward has received media backlash for the better part of his career. Considering his eccentric and aggressive style of play, it is obvious to comprehend that Green finds himself in awkward positions, specifically with the NBA and how the organization chooses to penalize him.

In Game 2, Green was handed yet another technical foul, his fifth in nine games this postseason. He is currently two technical fouls away from being suspended. This would be largely unfavorable to the Warriors in light of Stephen Curry’s extended absences.

In addition to this, Green’s performance on the floor wasn’t even headline-worthy. He finished with 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assists in 30 minutes, while shooting 3-10 from the field. Considering how much the team struggled to get things going, his display, along with the loss in Game 2, is reflective of more concerns moving forward.

For the Warriors, who now see the series level at 1-1, Green’s leadership is still vital, but his margin for error is razor thin. 


Draymond Green Needs To Calm Down To Beat “Angry Black Man” Allegations

Draymond Green is one of Golden State’s key players. For all the things he is capable of doing on the court, Green is also a bit of a loose cannon.

The four-time NBA champion isn’t necessarily known to be a calm and composed individual. His antics on the court have been the talk of the NBA for several seasons now. To this extent, even his actions off the court have spoken volumes about his behavior and personality.

The incident with Jordan Poole during training camp two seasons ago is one such case that stands out in this regard. Green landing a hit on the former Warriors guard didn’t do his reputation any favors. If anything, the media spotlight on him became even brighter.

In light of this, the Warriors require Green to compose himself a little better. Considering the position they are in with the series headed back to San Francisco, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has also spoken about how careful the forward needs to be going forward.

The Warriors will head home for their next set of games. With a key player out of the rotation, Golden State will need all the help it can get in Game 3 on Saturday at 8:30 pm ET.

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Siddhant Gupta is a basketball columnist at Fadeaway World, based out of Mumbai, India. He combines firsthand playing experience with thoughtful analysis to report on the NBA's ever-evolving world. A lifelong athlete, Siddhant's perspective is rooted in years on the court, giving his work a unique edge that resonates with both casual fans and seasoned ones.Before joining Fadeaway World, he spent two formative years at Sportskeeda, where he sharpened his skills and had the opportunity to interview NBA legend Ray Allen during his time in India. A diehard Los Angeles Lakers fan since 2008, Siddhant doesn't just report on the game—he lives it. Beyond his work, he is a student of the game, constantly learning, debating, and engaging with the local and global basketball communities.
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