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Draymond Green Denies Viral Rumor About Pre-Punch Poole Altercation

The dispute revives scrutiny of the 2022 practice punch that fractured the Warriors, preceding Jordan Poole’s 2023 trade.

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Mar 2, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors center Draymond Green (23) smiles as he helps up guard Jordan Poole (3) after Poole drew an offensive charge from Los Angeles Clippers point guard Russell Westbrook (0) during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
Warriors guard Jordan Poole (3) and forward Draymond Green (23) celebrate during the second quarter against the Utah Jazz at Chase Center
Draymond Green's response to the rumor on Threads.

Overview

  • A LegendZ post on X alleged precursor threats, a 2021 timeout exchange versus the Timberwolves, and Poole calling Green “an expensive backpack for 30.”
  • Green refuted the circulating account on Threads by posting cap emojis and labeling the clip fake, according to Fade Away World and ClutchPoints.
  • The 2022 practice punch remains the confirmed turning point for Golden State’s locker room dynamics, with Poole dealt to the Wizards in 2023.
  • Coverage notes the social clip’s limited verification, with no corroboration from Poole, Steve Kerr, or other principals beyond Green’s denial.
  • Green has publicly called the incident a mistake he continues to learn from, while Poole’s 2024–25 Wizards line was reported at 20.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game.