Draymond Green had a solid showing in the Golden State Warriors’ crucial 103-89 Game 7 victory over the Houston Rockets, helping his team secure a spot in the Western Conference Semifinals. However, as has often been the case in heated matchups between Golden State and Houston, Green found himself at the center of another controversial moment.
During the second quarter, tensions rose when Green tried to pass the ball and was under pressure from Rockets guard Fred VanVleet. Green swung his elbow to create space, connecting with VanVleet and knocking him to the floor. VanVleet remained down for several moments.
This is beyond ridiculous now with Draymond Green. pic.twitter.com/GuYGTarydJ
— ClutchFans (@clutchfans) May 5, 2025
The referees did not let the elbow go unnoticed. Green was assessed a technical foul for the incident. The moment added to an already lengthy list of Green’s playoff infractions.
Green had already received a flagrant foul in Game 6 for striking Jalen Green. In Game 4, he was hit with a flagrant for awkwardly kicking Tari Eason at Chase Center.
Fans Slam Draymond Green Over Elbow Incident
Throughout the series, Draymond Green racked up two flagrant fouls, 24 personal fouls, and two technical fouls. Green’s latest actions didn’t sit well with NBA fans, who quickly took to social media to express their frustration and disbelief.
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“This dude does everything but play basketball,” one fan wrote.
This dude does everything but play basketball
— Unbiased Mets Fan (@TheMetsX) May 5, 2025
Another added, “i’m so sick of this guy smh.”
i’m so sick of this guy smh
— dammyo (@HisNameIsMagic) May 5, 2025
The sentiment was clear. Despite his contribution to the Warriors’ defense, many fans felt Green had crossed the line once again and had no place in the league.
“He has NO place in the NBA,” another angry fan reacted.
He has NO place in the NBA
— ConservativeVoice (@BFreeForAll) May 5, 2025
“Should be banned for life. This is not basketball,” one comment read.
Should be banned for life. This is not basketball.
— John (@ischitano53) May 5, 2025
“Green is so awful,” another fan called out.
Green is so awful
— Smirnoff Opinion (@smirnoffopinion) May 5, 2025
Green delivered one of his strongest performances on Sunday, finishing with 16 points, six rebounds, and five assists. The Warriors are now set to face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second round on Tuesday. All eyes will remain on Draymond to see whether he can avoid further disciplinary trouble.
