Draymond Green Ejected Against Suns; Kerr Frustrated by Brooks’ Flagrant Foul
Draymond Green was ejected during a pivotal game between the Golden State Warriors and the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night. This incident took place in the second quarter of the match, which the Warriors ultimately won 119-116.
Details of Green’s Ejection
Green received his first technical foul after an altercation with Suns guard Collin Gillespie. Following this, frustrations escalated, leading to a second technical foul and his subsequent ejection.
Coach Kerr’s Reaction
Warriors head coach Steve Kerr expressed his dissatisfaction with both Green’s ejection and a previous incident involving Suns player Dillon Brooks. Kerr felt that the officiating was inconsistent, especially regarding Brooks’ flagrant 1 foul on Stephen Curry during a recent matchup.
Kerr on Brooks’ Foul
During Thursday’s game, Brooks hit Curry in the stomach during a follow-through on a three-point attempt. Despite the severity of the foul, Brooks was not ejected, which angered Kerr. He noted the disparity between the reactions to Brooks’ actions and Green’s ejection.
Kerr’s Commentary on League Consistency
Kerr criticized the league’s approach to enforcing rules, referencing Brooks’ history of physical play, including a severe foul that injured player Gary Payton II in the playoffs. He lamented the lack of repercussions for what he deemed a dangerous play.
Warriors’ Performance Despite Ejection
Despite Green’s early exit, the Warriors secured a crucial win, ending a three-game losing streak. Stephen Curry led the team with 28 points, and Jimmy Butler contributed 25 points. Rookie guard Will Richard also performed well, adding 20 points after returning from a brief absence.
Team’s Response
After the ejection, Curry noted how the team’s energy shifted. He emphasized the need for players to elevate their performance in Green’s absence. Curry remarked on the choppy nature of the game and how it galvanized the team to dig deeper to secure the victory.
- Draymond Green: Ejected for two technical fouls.
- Steve Kerr: Vocal about officiating inconsistencies.
- Win Record: Warriors snapped a three-game losing streak.
- Key Players: Curry (28 points), Butler (25 points), Richard (20 points).
This matchup highlights ongoing challenges within the game, the dynamic between players and officials, and the resilience of the Warriors as they adapt to adversity.
