Klay Thompson’s declaration of love for Draymond Green

To listen to his coach and his teammates, Draymond Green is the MVP of Game 1 against the Nuggets, and yet he was not entitled to the credit of the press conference. We imagine the interested person won’t tell a story, but his impact on the win was immense with his 12 points, 9 assists, 6 rebounds and 3 blocks for the numbers, and anything that doesn’t show in the numbers like the physical challenge for Nikola Jokic. The Serb signs 25 points, but he needed 25 shots…

“Draymond is the best defender in the world and we ask so much of him…” sigh Klay Thompson† “What I mean is Jokic is such a great player. He’s an MVP and Kevon and Draymond have risen to the challenge and will continue to do so. Draymond is the best defender I’ve played with and he really is someone who makes a difference We are not the Warriors without him.”

“He’s just a great basketball player!”

Incidentally, Klay Thompson remembers how Draymond Green is just as valuable on the other side of the field. † His defense sometimes overshadows his offense, but it’s like a 6-foot point guard who can make three-pointers. He makes the right move, he is very good in the circle and he unlocks all our attacks because he is able to defend on the pivots and play as a playmaker. It’s so unique. Who else does that in the NBA? †

It’s a true declaration of love and Klay Thompson doesn’t stop there. A reporter asks him why Draymond Green is so unique in the playoffs.

“His heart! I’ve never seen anyone play with so much passion and he’s a very smart defender.” continues Clay Thompson. “He’s always in the right place. He’s the quarterback of our defense, and he can go from point guard to center in defense. He’s just a great basketball player.”

The same compliments to Stephen Curry when asked if he ever doubts his interior. † Never ! His intelligence is insane as he can make adjustments depending on the person he is defending and the challenge he is facing. He’s still in the game. He has nothing left to prove, but he continues to make an impact on the game. When you see him play, you won’t believe your eyes. He always finds a way to make his presence known. It’s great to see him play at the right time after all he’s been through this season†

“I’ve never seen someone so competitive and smart. It’s a very good combination as we approach the play-offs.”

The last word for Steve Kerr. At the end of the regular season, he let him play back-to-back. It was a sign that Draymond Green was on the right track. He is also full of praise for his interior.

† Draymond is a Hall Of Famer. He is a two-time Olympic champion. I don’t know how many times he was All-Star, but that’s a lot. He was the best defender in the NBA. He’s one of the best players in the NBA and tonight he showed why.” says the Golden State coach. “What makes him great is his competitive spirit. He is clearly incredibly smart. He is a gifted passer and he will never become one of the best strikers in the NBA. On the other hand, I have never seen anyone so competitive and intelligent. It’s a very good combination when it comes to the playoffs. You need smarts and toughness, and that’s Draymond. He is determined and better not get too close to him† †