The Herd with Colin Cowherd Hour 1 - Draymond Green is the villain
May 9, 2025
Colin delves into Draymond Green's growing reputation as the NBA's premier villain after another technical foul. He analyzes the complexities of competition, especially how Green performs without his star teammate. The conversation shifts to the impact of enforcers in basketball and the challenges faced by teams like the Boston Celtics. Colin reflects on what makes a player elite in the league, comparing stars like Kawhi Leonard and Anthony Davis, while also tying in current playoff dynamics and trading strategies in football.
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Draymond Green Embraces Villain Role
- Draymond Green has embraced the villain role in the NBA like Bill Lambeer and Dennis Rodman before him.
- This role brings fame and success but also controversy and frequent confrontations on the court.
Draymond's Psychology Without Curry
- Draymond Green's technical fouls increase when Steph Curry is not playing, indicating a psychological effect.
- He often needs teammates and coaches like Curry and Steve Kerr to help manage his outbursts.
Coaches Value Villain Players
- Legendary coaches like Popovich, Phil Jackson, Steve Kerr, and Chuck Daly valued having disruptive 'villain' players.
- These players provide toughness, rebounding, and screens that coaches consider crucial despite their controversy.