Draymond Green’s Actions Draw Ire: Kerr Criticizes Player’s Clashing with Rudy Gobert
Steve Kerr Says Draymond Green ‘Took It Too Far’
Golden State Warriors’ Steve Kerr recently voiced his disapproval of Draymond Green’s on-court behavior. “It was a terrible visual for the league, for Draymond, for everybody”, Kerr claimed while commenting on an incident involving Green and Utah Jazz player Rudy Gobert.
Key Highlights:
- A contentious moment during a recent game between Golden State Warriors and Utah Jazz sparked widespread criticism. Warrior’s Draymond Green, known for his sometimes volatile temperament, was caught in a harmful tussle with Rudy Gobert of the Jazz.
- Warriors’ coach Steve Kerr spoke out about the incident, saying that Draymond Green took it too far. While Kerr stood by his player’s passion and fight, he also voiced concerns about how these actions reflect on the league and team.
- The friction was not just a sour spectacle for the match but also drew negative attention towards the players and sportsmanship in the NBA.
Kerr’s Comments Draw Attention to Larger NBA ‘Visual’
The incident underscores a larger concern of maintaining good visual conduct for the NBA, balancing intense rivalry with respectful sportsmanship. Critics argue instances like these may mar the league’s image and call for stricter regulations or punishments to discourage such actions.
Original article: https://www.si.com/nba/2023/11/17/steve-kerr-draymond-green-took-it-too-far-chokehold-rudy-gobert-suspension