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Warriors Star Draymond Green Roasts Critic Kendrick Perkins, Who Calls Him a Liability

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green fired back at Kendrick Perkins after the former NBA center labeled Green a “liability” rather than an asset following another on-court ejection and heated altercation. Green addressed the criticism by acknowledging that he is…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 5:45 PM
Warriors Star Draymond Green Roasts Critic Kendrick Perkins, Who Calls Him a Liability
Key Things to Know
  • Draymond Green fired back at Kendrick Perkins after the analyst labeled him a liability for the Golden State Warriors.
  • Perkins criticized Green's early-season impact on ESPN's First Take following Green's ejection against the Phoenix Suns.
  • The ejection occurred during Golden State's 116-113 victory over the Suns after Green threw rookie Khaman Maluach down.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green responded to Kendrick Perkins on his podcast after the ESPN analyst labeled him a liability rather than an asset. Perkins criticized Green following his 31st career ejection during Golden State's 116–113 victory against the Phoenix Suns, questioning his offensive production and on-court discipline.

Green acknowledged that his physical capabilities have declined from his peak, but argued his basketball intelligence differentiates him from Perkins. Green also defended throwing Suns rookie center Khaman Maluach to the floor during the game, explaining that asserting physical dominance in the paint is necessary to maintain respect.

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