The Golden State Warriors are off to a ‘golden’ start to their NBA Cup, picking up their 2nd group stage win tonight. A big reason behind both wins was Draymond Green. While in the matchup vs Mavericks, it was his defense which made him crucial, tonight it was his two-way play.
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Hosting the Grizzlies, Draymond was not only his DPOY self on the defensive end of the floor again, but he was also balling on the offensive end. He finished the night with 13 points, going 3-of-7 from the deep. At the same time, he had eight rebounds and eight assists to go along as well.
After Draymond knocked down his third 3-pointer of the night, the ESPN audience was treated to an unexpected “BANG!” The call was made by the legendary Mike Breen.
Draymond shooting so well on threes this season Mike Breen decides he’s worthy of a “BANG” call lmaooo pic.twitter.com/oWtW6dsLrY
— Joe Viray (@JoeVirayNBA) November 16, 2024
Mike Breen was mighty impressed by Draymond working on getting his three-point shot back this season, and decided he deserved a ‘BANG!’
Fans on X were amazed to see Dray get the call from Breen. One pointed out how Breen called it only because he was amazed Green got his 3-point shot back.
He so amazed Dray got better at 3pt again I’m crying
— Macky (@Macckkkyyyy) November 16, 2024
Meanwhile, another fan pointed out how this might be the first ever retroactive call Breen’s made.
Draymond making history getting the first retroactive BANG from Breen
— Prock Burdy (@Brockdown_13) November 16, 2024
No matter what others say, the Warriors recognize the effort that Green has put in his shooting. After struggling with distance shooting since the 2018-19 season, we saw Green knock them down a bit more consistently last season. In 2023-24, Green was shooting threes at a clip of 39.5%. So far this year, he’s upped the ante, and is shooting at a brilliant 45.7% from the deep.
With the Warriors taking ‘Strength in Numbers’ as their ideology, Green’s 3-pointers will play a big role come playoff time.
