Draymond Green appeared to have a friendly conversation with a referee during the Golden State Warriors-New Orleans Pelicans game at the Chase Center on Tuesday.
Bricks Center, a sports page, uploaded the video of the Warriors star having a conversation with a ref, after which he taps him on his shoulder.
“Draymond is a changed man.”
Draymond is a changed man
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Many fans were surprised to see Green acting this way, considering his previous history with officials and multiple suspensions.
They flooded the comments section with their opinions on the interaction.
“Watching Draymond act like a normal human being genuinely brought tears to my eyes.”
“Draymond not being a trouble. I’m finally old,” @InfinityStein said.
“First time since he was drafted to tap a ref shoulder,” @gingenitruman said.
“He learned his lesson and realized the team needs him,” @ImShyLabz said.
Another fan highlighted Stephen Curry’s absence from the game due to an ankle injury and linked it to his surprise at witnessing Green’s behavior on the court.
“I’m surprised. Usually he tries to get himself ejected when Steph doesn’t play,” @WigginsWick22 said.
“Reverse that scoreboard and he’d be losing his mind,” @MazzullaSZN said.
Last season, Green had 10 technical fouls and was ejected four times. This season, he has received one tech.
Draymond Green and Buddy Hield lead the Golden State Warriors to comeback win
The Pelicans delivered a dominating first-quarter performance at the Chase Center. The Zion Williamson-led squad established a 31-14 lead heading into the second quarter.
However, the Warriors flipped the game in the second half. They outscored the visitors 40-28 in the third quarter and finished the game with a 37-27 run.
Draymond Green played a great supportive role and dished out seven assists. He also collected three rebounds and scored three points.
Buddy Hield emerged as the star in Steph Curry’s absence and scored 28 points, going 7 for 11 from downtown, to secure the win for his team.
