Draymond Green and Lu Dort (Images Credit: X/@BricksCenter)

The Golden State Warriors rebounded from a recent loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers with a vital 127-116 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night at Paycom Center. While the win was crucial, it also brought fresh controversy surrounding Warriors’ star Draymond Green.

During the fourth quarter of the game, Green got into a physical exchange with Thunder forward Lu Dort. As the two players tangled, Green appeared to swing his arm aggressively, coming dangerously close to Dort’s head.

A slow-motion clip of the incident quickly went viral online. The clip showed what many viewers perceived as an intentional, forceful swing aimed at Dort’s head.

The referees promptly reviewed the play after the Thunder challenged it. The refs then assessed Green with a technical foul for his actions.

Draymond Green’s Controversial Hit Overshadows His Impact On The Warriors’ Win Over Thunder

Draymond Green played a pivotal role in the Warriors victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder. He finished the game with eight points, 11 assists, and four rebounds in 31 minutes. Yet, his controversial hit on Lu Dort quickly overshadowed his solid contributions.

The viral clip of the incident has sparked a wave of backlash from fans who felt his actions crossed the line. Many fans expressed their frustration, calling him out for his conduct.

Some fans described the incident as typical of Green’s dirty play reputation. Despite his efforts in the win, Green’s impact on the game will be remembered more for this incident than his performance on the court.

The Warriors’ win, however, places them at the top of the Western Conference with an 8-2 record. They’ll look to continue their momentum as they face off against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday.