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Draymond Green shuts down reporter ahead of upcoming "Klay Game"

By Aikansh Chaudhary

Jan 27, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) and forward Draymond Green (23) during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
Jan 27, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) and forward Draymond Green (23) during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images / Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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The Golden State Warriors are all set to reunite with their former star Klay Thompson during the NBA Cup group stage matchup against the Dallas Mavericks.

Considering it's Thompson's first game back at Chase Center, it's a huge storyline. While fans expect an emotional reunion among the stars, it seems like Draymond Green is focused on the bigger story.

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Ahead of the much-anticipated matchup, Green shut down a reporter who was about to ask the Warriors veteran about "Klay Game."

"We have a very important In-Season Tournament game on Tuesday," Green said. "We bombed it last year and I’m looking forward to having a better turnout in it this year."

Green never ceases to amaze fans with his brutal responses during media appearances. Many were taken aback by Dray's lack of interest in reuniting with his former teammate, who helped the Dubs win four NBA Championships.

However, Green's unexpected answer was likely in response to Thompson's dry reaction about playing in the Chase Center. Thompson has repeatedly downplayed the importance of it.

Instead, the Mavs star is focused on helping Dallas lift the Larry O'Brien trophy. Either way, fans should expect a couple of back-and-forth conversations between Green and Thompson during the game.

After all, neither is known for keeping themselves calm in the heat of the game. The Warriors are the favorites to win the matchup as they are currently the third seed in the Western Conference with an 8-2 record.

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