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Draymond Green Faces Scrutiny Following Fifth Technical Foul in NBA Playoffs

The Warriors star, now two fouls away from suspension, condemns racial stereotyping after Game 2 loss to the Timberwolves.

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Overview

  • Draymond Green received his fifth technical foul of the 2025 NBA playoffs after elbowing Minnesota's Naz Reid during Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
  • The foul leaves Green just two technicals away from an automatic one-game suspension as the Warriors trail the Timberwolves in the series.
  • Green criticized what he described as an 'agenda' to portray him as an 'angry Black man,' sparking debate on social media about his on-court conduct and public image.
  • A fan was removed from the arena after directing a racial slur at Green during the game, adding to the tensions surrounding the incident.
  • Warriors coach Steve Kerr benched Green midgame to prevent further disciplinary issues, emphasizing the need for composure moving forward.