Overview
- Draymond Green held Giannis Antetokounmpo to 20 points on 5-for-16 shooting, marking Antetokounmpo's worst shooting game in two seasons.
- The Warriors secured a 104-93 victory over the Bucks without Stephen Curry, with Green and Jimmy Butler leading the way.
- Victor Wembanyama's season-ending injury disqualifies him from DPOY contention, leaving the race open for candidates like Green, Evan Mobley, and Jaren Jackson Jr.
- Green's recent defensive stats include averages of 5.8 defensive rebounds, 1.1 blocks, and 1.7 steals over the past 15 games.
- Warriors coach Steve Kerr praised Green's performance as 'incredible,' emphasizing his defensive dominance, leadership, and energy.