Carmelo Anthony, Draymond Green, Kevin Durant and LeBron James (Image Credits: Bleacher Report, UOL and Sports Illustrated)
Draymond Green recently made statements regarding Team USA basketball stars, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Carmelo Anthony. On the Draymond Green show, Green heaped huge praise on the 3 stars regarding their input for their nation at the Olympic events over the years.
In addition, Green gave his opinion on which basketball Olympians throughout history are the best in the United States. He thinks Anthony, Durant, and James should be acknowledged as the top American athletes at the Olympics. Green’s claim does make sense as these three stars have been the most influential players for their nation at the Olympics.
KD and Bron, what they're doing from a statistical standpoint, if they win this medal, you have to ask yourself the question, 'Are they the greatest Olympians from a basketball perspective in history?' The answer to that question is. yes, they are, along with Carmelo Anthony.Draymond Green on the Draymond Green show
It’s important to note that, Team USA is currently playing in the 2024 Paris Olympics and have been formidable during the group stages, finishing as 1st seed. Now, they have entered the knockout stages and will face Brazil in the quarter-finals of the Paris Olympics. It will be interesting to watch whether or not Team USA wins a historic 5th Gold Medal at this decorated event.
Draymond Green opened up on his Team USA “snub”
Draymond Green opened out about how disappointed he was to find out he will not be competing for Team USA in the next Olympics in Paris on his podcast, The Draymond Green Show. Green was shocked and offended by the decision, which was made public by former player and USA basketball executive director Grant Hill.
I wish that (Hill) would have just said that to me. You know especially if you’re going to say that publicly, So it hurt me a little bit from a fan standpoint as well. I’m a big fan of Grant Hill, and to know there’s been a personal relationship and to tell me to my face that you’re going to need me for the Olympics and then to publicly find out that.
Draymond Green on the Draymond Green show
In addition, Green showed his respect for Hill by stating that he was one of the two players who, upon entering the NBA, left him feeling awestruck, along with Kobe Bryant. However, Green was upset with him being snubbed by Team USA and also asserted that he would pack his bags right away if he received a call-up to his national side at any point of the Paris Olympics.
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