The Draymond Green Show Warriors Defensive Issues, Joel Embiid's Struggles, & Dray's November NBA Awards
Dec 2, 2025
Draymond dives into the Warriors' defensive woes and how Steph's injury impacts the team. He highlights Cooper Flagg's impressive breakout performance and discusses Joel Embiid's recovery from surgery. With a fun twist, he introduces personal awards for November, naming standout players like SGA and Jalen Duren. The new categories spark excitement for future recognition, making it a entertaining mix of analysis and accolades!
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Prioritize Defensive Presence
- Improve defensive presence first to give the team a chance to win games consistently.
- Play closer to 48 effective minutes and avoid long stretches of sloppy defense that let opponents explode.
Use Prorated Contracts To Avoid Hard Cap
- Manage roster salary timing to avoid the second apron and preserve draft picks and exceptions.
- Use prorated veteran-minimum contracts to fit players without triggering hard-cap penalties.
Role Fit Unlocks Rookie Potential
- Cooper Flagg's role settling back to his natural position is accelerating his development.
- Surrounding pieces like Anthony Davis or Klay Thompson opening the floor help his growth dramatically.