In typical Draymond Green fashion, the Golden State Warriors’ forward is starting the NBA preseason by firing off shots—only this time, they’re directed at a reporter rather than an opponent. During the Warriors’ Media Day, Green exchanged heated words with Scott Ostler, a reporter who dared to ask a simple question: “Draymond, why are fans worried about you?” Big mistake.
Green, known for his passion, intensity, and occasional trips to the suspension bench, didn’t appreciate being the subject of anyone’s concern. In fact, he seemed more confused than bothered. “Why do they worry about me? I’m a successful Black man in America doing incredibly well,” he snapped back, and honestly, that answer alone could’ve shut the conversation down. But alas, Ostler pressed on, seemingly on a mission to dig deeper.
Now, if you know anything about Green, it’s that he’s never been one to back down from a challenge. The exchange continued to escalate like a tense NBA Finals game. Ostler, still holding onto his narrative, threw another jab: “But we’re here now,” suggesting that maybe Green should reflect on the whole “being worried” thing. Green’s response? A classic: “We’re all here.” Boom.
If the preseason is a preview of the season ahead, Warriors fans might want to buckle up. Green’s intensity clearly hasn’t cooled off during the summer, and if his words hold any weight, he’s ready for another year of proving the doubters wrong—while possibly racking up a suspension or two. After all, this is Draymond we’re talking about.
As the verbal sparring session continued, Ostler finally brought up Green’s suspension history. This was probably not the best move, considering Green has a diploma in verbal takedowns. “You got suspended last year,” Ostler meekly mentioned. Green’s response? “And?”—delivered with all the flair of someone who’s absolutely unfazed by that minor detail.
The conversation ended, not with a knockout punch, but with Green reminding the reporter (and everyone listening) that suspensions are just part of the game. If you’re not playing on the edge, are you even playing at all?
With this fiery start to the preseason, one thing is clear: the Warriors’ season might just be as unpredictable as Green’s next press conference. And for fans worried about him? Well, Draymond’s doing just fine. Worry about your own family dinners instead.