UPDATE: Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has been ejected during a heated matchup against the Phoenix Suns on December 2, 2023. The ejection occurred just minutes into the second quarter, following back-to-back technical fouls for aggressive conduct against Suns guard Collin Gillespie.
With 10:45 left in the second quarter, Green blocked Gillespie’s shot, leading to a verbal exchange as both players moved up the court. Tensions escalated when Green barreled into Gillespie right after Stephen Curry hit a transition three-pointer at the 10:39 mark. This action drew a technical foul from referee Pat Fraher.
Frustrated by the call, Green confronted Fraher, mimicking the technical signal and vocally expressing his displeasure. His continued arguments led to a second technical foul, resulting in his ejection as team security escorted him to the locker room. This marks Green’s first ejection this season and the 21st regular-season ejection of his career.
The Warriors, already struggling with a record of losing nine of their past 14 games, now face a significant challenge without their starting power forward and defensive leader for the remainder of the game. At the time of Green’s ejection, Golden State trailed 48-38.
As the Warriors navigate this setback, fans and analysts alike are left wondering how this will affect their performance moving forward. With Green’s history of confrontational play, the team must rally to maintain their competitive edge in a tight Western Conference.
This developing situation underscores the intense atmosphere of the NBA season, as the Warriors continue to fight for positioning. Stay tuned for updates on how Green’s absence will impact the game and the Warriors’ upcoming matches.
