Draymond Green added another milestone to his already storied Warriors career Tuesday night, becoming just the second player in franchise history to suit up for 900 regular-season games. The only other Warrior to hit that mark?
Stephen Curry. That’s elite company, and it’s a testament to Green’s durability, consistency, and the outsized role he’s played in shaping one of the NBA’s most successful dynasties of the last decade.
The milestone came in a matchup that pitted the veteran-savvy Warriors against a surging Oklahoma City Thunder squad that’s been turning heads with its youth and athleticism. The final result didn’t tilt Golden State’s way, but Green made his presence known early and often. He dropped 13 points on 5-of-11 shooting, knocked down three triples, and chipped in nine boards and four assists in 29 minutes of action.
The box score tells part of the story, but Green’s impact goes well beyond numbers. His fingerprints were all over the game - setting hard screens, directing traffic on defense, and keeping the Warriors emotionally engaged in a contest where they needed every ounce of leadership he could provide. Even on a night when the team struggled to match OKC’s pace and precision, Green’s steady hand stood out.
Gary Payton II brought his usual spark off the bench, delivering a balanced two-way performance with 13 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Buddy Hield also added 13, but Golden State couldn’t quite find the consistency it needed on either end to keep up with the Thunder’s relentless energy.
Still, the night belonged to Draymond.
In an era where player movement is the norm and long-term continuity is the exception, Green’s 900-game milestone is a rare achievement. Since being drafted in 2012, he’s grown into the heart of the Warriors’ defense and a foundational piece of the team’s identity. His ability to guard five positions, initiate offense, and bring intensity night in and night out has made him one of the most unique and valuable players of his generation.
This isn’t just about longevity - it’s about legacy. Green didn’t just ride shotgun on Golden State’s championship runs.
He helped build the engine. Alongside Curry and Klay Thompson, he’s been part of the Warriors’ core from the beginning, and his voice in the locker room still carries weight as the team tries to reestablish itself in a Western Conference that’s as competitive as ever.
With the Warriors hovering around the .500 mark and still searching for their rhythm, Green’s milestone serves as more than just a personal accolade. It’s a reminder of what continuity, chemistry, and belief in a system can produce - and what it might still produce again.
The Warriors’ future remains unwritten. But if they’re going to make another run, you can bet Draymond Green will be at the center of it. Just like he always has been.