Warriors’ Draymond Green claps back at ‘big dummy’ Kendrick Perkins after ‘liability’ criticism

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green fired back at ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins after the former NBA center labeled him a liability. Responding to criticisms regarding his declining athletic ability and recent ejection, Green called Perkins a "big dummy" and stated that his own basketball intellect separates him from critics whose careers faded once their athleticism declined.

Perkins previously criticized Green for frequently making headlines for fights rather than strong performances, claiming he has provided little value to the Warriors this season. Following Green's ejection against the Phoenix Suns, Golden State still managed to secure a 116-113 victory before later extending their winning streak to six games against the Miami Heat.