Draymond Green has mad respect for LeBron James, and he expressed it a few weeks ago with a statement that enraged many Warriors fans. Stephen Curry returned without filter to this controversial episode, with a rather remarkable hindsight.
For years, LeBron James and Draymond Green seemed like the world’s worst enemies. It must be said that at the heart of the rivalry between the Cavaliers du King and the Warriors, the dominant dynasty of the mid-2010s′, the two crossed paths mainly in the Finals, a context particularly conducive to tension. Especially since the interior of Golden State is not the most discreet or the most humble in victory…
But over time, and especially with the signing of Draymond to Klutch Sports, the two have almost become best friends. They sometimes send each other small gifts, bottles of wine for example, they attend a few events together, and above all, they do not fail to praise each other. For example, the interior made the King his GOAT a few weeks ago !
Steph Curry doesn’t hold a grudge against Draymond Green
But despite this greatly improved relationship between them, not all Warriors fans understood when Draymond Green said he was ready to miss a match for his team to attend when LeBron James will become the leading scorer of all time, ahead of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Steph Curry has just reacted to this totally crazy idea from his teammate. He spoke in the latter’s podcast.
I know that if this situation arises next year, there is absolutely no way that you will come to me, and that you will go to Klay Thompson, Andre Iguodala or Coach Kerr and tell us: “Guys, I’m going to go see LeBron’s record. That’s why I didn’t text you after that statement. I knew you were just expressing your respect for LeBron and your admiration for the record.
Stephen Curry knows Draymond Green perfectly, he knows that the interior will never miss a Warriors meeting if he is 100% and fit to play. In fact, the declaration of the potential Defender of the Year was mostly a mark of respect for the King and a way to highlight the monumental feat he is about to achieve. From there to giving up part of his salary to attend in person…
Especially since Green has already had the chance to see many records set before his eyes. He was there when Klay Thompson exploded to put up 37 points in a quarter or 14 long-range shots in a single game, he was also there when his Warriors claimed their 73rd regular season victory in 2016. He can also leave to others.
Draymond Green shouldn’t miss a single game to witness LeBron James’ record, since he will never have the courage to tell his oldest teammates. Steve Kerr would not accept such behavior in a team that aims for the title.