Draymond Green reveals the reason why he threw Khaman Maluach to the floor

Draymond Green, the Golden State Warriors forward, recently faced repercussions for his ejection from a game against the Phoenix Suns. The incident began when Green engaged in physical contact with Khaman Maluach, the Suns' center, before escalating into a confrontation with Dillon Brooks, who was collared by Green. Green addressed the situation on his podcast, explaining that such physicality was necessary to maintain respect and protect the rim.

He acknowledged the foul he committed against Maluach but defended his actions, stating that they were necessary for self-preservation. However, Green's response to Brooks' chest bump was deemed excessive, leading to his ejection. Green has taken responsibility for his actions, and while his behavior may appear tough, he emphasized that he is not a tough guy and simply acts as he is.