Draymond’s recent stunt on the field created Outcry and Controversy among the fans and earned him a hefty fine. The NBA has confirmed by stating that Draymond Green’s suspension was influenced by his prior history of “unsportsmanlike acts.”

 

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Draymond Green Slapped with 5-Game Ban and Hefty Fine

Impact on the Warrior’s next games

Past Incidents and Precedents

FAQs

 

Draymond Green Slapped with 5-Game Ban and Hefty Fine

In a shocking turn of events on the court, NBA star Draymond Green has been hit with a substantial penalty for an altercation during a recent game. The incident involved a head-locking maneuver performed by Draymond in the head of a moment on Rudy Gobert, earning Green a five-game suspension along with a hefty fine of $769,704.

In the most recent game, a heated altercation between the Golden State Warriors and the Minnesota Timberwolves led quickly to a physical altercation. Fans have been divided by the NBA’s decision to suspend Green for five games, but the organization has made it clear that Draymond’s fine is the result of prior unsportsmanlike conduct. While some call for a tougher stance against in-court altercations, many others doubt the harshness of the sentence.

NBA’s Strong Stand

To keep these kinds of fights off the court, the NBA  has a reputation for maintaining a strict code of conduct, they have made a statement recently. In response to Green’s actions, the NBA swiftly imposed a hefty penalty and mentioned:

“The length of the suspension is based in part on Green’s history of unsportsmanlike acts,”  

Impact on the Warrior’s next games

The Warriors have now lost four consecutive games, Green’s absence from the upcoming games poses a significant challenge for his team as they have already dropped to 6-6 on the season. 

The Warriors will have to play the Oklahoma City Thunder in a doubleheader, as well as games against the Houston Rockets, Phoenix Suns, and San Antonio Spurs, without Draymond, who is known for his defensive skills and strategic contributions on the court.

Past Incidents and Precedents

This isn’t the first time Draymond Green has gotten into a fight position in the middle of the game. The NBA has previously disciplined him for various altercations and violations, for example, in 2020, Draymond Green was fined for tampering comments on Suns star Devin Booker

Both Draymond Green and Rudy Gobert have refrained from making public statements regarding the altercation, perhaps we will get a reaction out of them in the later games. However, insiders suggest that behind closed doors, there might be discussions and negotiations between the players and their respective teams regarding the incident and its aftermath, leading some to question whether the punishment was necessary or not. 

 

FAQs

Was Draymond Green fined for head-locking Rudy Gobert?

Yes, the Golden State center forward Draymond has been financially fined for headlocking his opponent by the NBA and the amount is $769,704.

 

Will Draymond Green make the Hall of Fame?

He will most likely not receive this honor until 2030 since he must be retired for at least four years in order to be eligible for the Hall of Fame.