Draymond Green, the suspended Golden State Warriors star, is actively participating in virtual meetings to track his progress towards reinstatement. These Zoom meetings feature team, league, and union officials who are assessing Green’s progress in resolving any issues that may have contributed to his violent episodes with opponents and a former teammate. The ongoing sessions include Green’s agent, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr., team trainer Rick Celebrini, NBPA, and NBA officials.
Green’s indefinite suspension was imposed by the NBA after he punched Phoenix’s Jusuf Nurkic on December 12. The virtual meetings are part of the conditions that Green must fulfill before his suspension is lifted. This unique, open-ended suspension was proposed by the NBA following consecutive violent encounters in November.
While Green is allowed to condition and practice with the Warriors, he is unlikely to return to the team facility regularly before early January. It is believed that his suspension will cover 11 to 13 games, depending on any setbacks. Meanwhile, the Warriors have managed to win five straight games in Green’s absence.
The financial implications of Green’s suspension are not to be overlooked. He is losing $153,941 for every game he is suspended, highlighting the severity of his actions. After the first five games of the suspension, Green became eligible to be moved to the suspended list. However, the Warriors have shown no interest in signing a replacement player, indicating their hope for Green’s return.
This is not the first time that Green has found himself in trouble. He has already been ejected three times this season and has been suspended six times in his career. Despite these incidents, Green has been a cornerstone player for the Warriors, standing alongside Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. He has earned All-NBA performances and even the Defensive Player of the Year award in the past.
As the virtual meetings continue, the basketball world anxiously awaits Green’s reinstatement and his eventual return to the court. It remains to be seen how Green will address and resolve the issues that have led to his violent episodes, as his actions have not only affected his own career but also the success of the Warriors team.
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