In the middle of this difficult stretch, Draymond Green decided to remind everyone of the role he played in building that winning era. Appearing on Fred VanVleet’s podcast, Green used an unusual but effective comparison:

The message is clear: the superstar is Stephen Curry, but the Warriors dynasty would not have existed without the less visible work of those who made the system possible. Green then extended the comparison to NBA history:

According to the veteran, his role has always been that of the glue between different talents. Words that also sound like a reminder to fans, especially after trade rumors that had linked him to potential deals before the deadline.

Green does not claim the role of the main star, but he strongly defends his contribution.

At a time when the Warriors dynasty appears to be wavering, the message from their emotional leader is clear: that story cannot be told without him.