Overview
- On his podcast, Green said playing on Christmas "f---ing sucks," citing its impact on mood and family time and telling those who call it an honor to "shut up."
- The comments triggered angry replies on social media and critical columns that said highly paid players should not complain and noted the many workers who staff games on the holiday.
- Green also claimed "no one works on Christmas Day," a line that intensified pushback from fans referencing service and arena employees.
- This year’s remarks followed the Warriors’ 126-116 win over the Mavericks on Dec. 25.
- Golden State has appeared on the Christmas slate for 13 consecutive seasons, a run often attributed to Stephen Curry’s strong pull with national audiences.