Draymond Green and Jusuf Nurkic engaged in a heated confrontation during their first encounter since Green’s suspension. The Golden State Warriors emerged victorious against the Phoenix Suns in a thrilling game filled with memorable moments. The outcome was determined by a last-second 3-pointer.
Green and Nurkic faced off after Green’s suspension, following an incident where Green struck Nurkic in the face back in December. In their recent matchup, tensions flared as both players exchanged heated words.
During Nurkic’s post-game interview, he was asked about Green’s behavior. In response, Nurkic criticized Green’s actions, stating that his behavior remained unchanged after the suspension. Nurkic also mentioned that the Warriors attempted to employ similar tactics and still managed to secure the win.
Nurkic expressed his disappointment, stating, “It’s sad. He didn’t learn anything. Just a matter of time until he hits somebody else again. I take back everything I said. He don’t deserve a chance.”
When asked about the Suns’ loss, Nurkic attributed it to the team’s integration of new players and missed opportunities. He remained optimistic, emphasizing that it was only one game and that improvements would come in the future.
On December 12, during a game between the Warriors and Suns, Green’s strike to Nurkic’s face resulted in his immediate ejection. This aggressive behavior was not an isolated incident, as Green had previously been ejected twice during the season. The NBA suspended him indefinitely, citing his repeated aggressive actions. Green underwent counseling during his suspension and returned to the court after missing 12 games.
According to the Source firstsportz.com