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Draymond Green Thrives Defending NBA Stars Without Curry

3/10/2026

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Draymond Green (Golden State Warriors forward), 36, embraces guarding top National Basketball Association (NBA) scorers Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant, especially with Steph Curry out.
Coach Steve Kerr notes Green's assignments let him focus on defense and reduce his minutes.
Green acknowledges the physical toll but says these matchups energize him.
He stresses each scorer poses unique challenges and that staying alert prevents giving them an advantage.

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Draymond Green (Golden State Warriors forward), 36, embraces guarding top National Basketball Association (NBA) scorers Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant, especially with Steph Curry out.
Coach Steve Kerr notes Green's assignments let him focus on defense and reduce his minutes.
Green acknowledges the physical toll but says these matchups energize him.
He stresses each scorer poses unique challenges and that staying alert prevents giving them an advantage.