Kendrick Perkins had some strong words for Draymond Green upon his return to the court. Green was recently suspended for stomping Sacramento Kings big man Domantas Sabonis. The Warriors forward was ejected for his actions, then later suspended for one game by the NBA. The Warriors managed to win Game 3 against the Kings without Green in the lineup. However, Perkins believes Green may be realizing that his time with Golden State may be running low.
On Friday’s edition of First Take, Perkins discussed the pressure Green may feel in his return. “I feel like Draymond Green is auditioning. He’s actually auditioning to come back and say, ‘You know what, I actually want to be here.” Perkins alluded to the great play by Kevon Looney. Looney recorded 20 rebounds in the Warriors Game 3 victory. Also, Jordan Poole played big in the absence of Green. While reports have been circulating that the younger Warriors players have been frustrated with their role on the team.
Kendrick Perkins Believes Green Is Auditioning To Stay In Golden State
Now, the younger stars have a great argument. As Poole and Looney were great assets in the absence of Green. However, Green has seniority and pull in Golden State. Two things that he has rightly earned during his time with the franchise. However, Green must show the team that he will not be a liability during the most important time of the season. Something that Perkins alluded to in his discussions of Green on Friday.
If Green were to return and quietly string together great performances, the stomp will be forgotten. But for now, one has to wonder where Green is mentally before heading back to the court. Green broke his silence after the stomp with a cryptic Instagram story. The Warriors star has long been known for his firey personality. However, one more slip-up on the court could cost him everything he has built in Golden State. Do you agree with Kendrick Perkins that Green should feel pressure when he returns? Let us know your thoughts on the situation in our comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it right here at HNHH.
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