Draymond Green has never been one to hold back - on the court or behind a microphone. The Golden State Warriors' veteran forward, now 35, continues to be one of the NBA’s most outspoken voices, blending raw honesty with a deep understanding of the league he’s helped shape over the years.
This season, Green has suited up for 46 games, averaging 8.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per contest. His shooting splits - 41.7% from the field and 32.7% from deep - won’t jump off the stat sheet, but his value to the Warriors goes far beyond numbers. With Jimmy Butler sidelined for the year due to a torn ACL, Green's leadership and versatility have become even more crucial for Golden State as they navigate a Western Conference that feels as wide open as ever.
Off the court, Green is still making headlines. In a recent conversation with Skip Bayless, he was asked a question that caught even the most seasoned NBA fans off guard: Would he ever want to be the NBA commissioner?
“I always want to see this league grow,” Green said. “In my time in this league, I’ve had my fair share of hiccups, but I hope - and I think - I’ve done more good than bad.”
It’s a bold statement, but not out of character. Green has never shied away from accountability.
His career has included multiple suspensions and over $1 million in fines - the byproduct of a fiery competitive streak that’s both defined and complicated his legacy. Still, his deep knowledge of the game, his understanding of player dynamics, and his willingness to speak on tough issues give him a unique perspective that many believe could translate into a leadership role down the line.
Could he actually be a future NBA commissioner? That’s a long road, and not one without skeptics. But Green’s passion for the league and his desire to see it evolve are clear.
One area where he’s already offering commissioner-like critiques is the NBA All-Star Game - and he’s not mincing words. Green believes the game has lost its competitive edge, and he points the finger not at players’ fear of injury, but at how the weekend is structured.
“As basketball players, we never go out on the court thinking, ‘This is the time I get hurt,’” Green said. “You go out on the court, you participate in the game.
You played the game, you go back to the locker room. I’ve been at this community thing, I’ve been at this event, I’ve been at this sneaker deal thing, I’ve been at this podcast thing.
By the time you get to the game … oh, I get 20 minutes to shoot the basketball.”
That’s a telling quote. Green is pulling back the curtain on what All-Star Weekend really looks like for players - a whirlwind of appearances, brand obligations, and media commitments that leave little time to prepare for the actual game.
The result? A glorified exhibition that lacks the competitive fire fans once loved.
His solution? Cut back on the extracurriculars.
Let the players rest, reset, and refocus ahead of the game itself. In his eyes, that’s how you restore the edge and intensity that once made the All-Star Game must-watch TV.
Draymond Green isn’t just talking - he’s offering insight from the trenches. Whether or not he ever wears the commissioner’s hat, it’s clear he’s thinking about the bigger picture. And in a league that’s constantly evolving, voices like his are more important than ever.