Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green is highly likely to end his indefinite suspension and return for the upcoming Warriors vs. Grizzlies matchup. Green, who has missed 16 games due to the league suspension, would bring a ray of hope to the struggling Dubs in the league.
They were playing without their ace Stephen Curry and were destroyed by Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Bucks in their recent matchup leading to another upset for the Dubsnation.
Draymond Green set to return for Warriors
Draymond Green is poised to make a comeback after sitting out for 16 games. His return comes as much-needed assistance for the Warriors, who have not been in the best condition. The confirmation of Green’s return was reported by The Athletic’s Shams Charania, a respected NBA insider. According to him, “Draymond Green is expected to return Monday vs. Grizzlies after a 16-game absence.”
Draymond Green is expected to return Monday vs. Grizzlies after a 16-game absence, per @ShamsCharania pic.twitter.com/r4OV7Obhsa
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) January 14, 2024
Green’s comeback would be a huge defensive boost to the Dubs who have shown signs of defensive weakness in the past few games. His presence will also give a morale boost to the team and would help out their ace Stephen Curry who might be questionable to participate in future matches. It would be interesting to see whether Draymond can maintain his composure after this suspension or if would he again let his emotions get the best of him.
Why was Draymond Green suspended 16 games?
The Warriors’ star, Draymond Green, was suspended indefinitely following an altercation with the Suns’ star, Jusuf Nurkic. Green struck Nurkic during a game and received the indefinite suspension for reflection on his actions. The suspension concluded after 16 games when NBA Commissioner Adam Silver talked with Green.
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Following the removal of the suspension, a report stated that Jusuf Nurkic was going to press charges against Green and this news did not sit right with the NBA icon Shaquille O’Neal. This was not the first time Draymond Green was suspended this season.
Earlier, he faced a suspension a few months ago for putting the Minnesota Timberwolves star Rudy Gobert in a chokehold during a team brawl between the Warriors and the Wolves. Green should take serious care of his emotions and ensure they don’t get the best of him; otherwise, he might end his career earlier than expected.
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