During a lively Christmas Day showdown, Steph Curry couldn’t resist taking a playful jab at Lakers head coach JJ Redick. It happened during a first-half break when Curry turned to Redick with a cheeky question: “How many techs have you got this year?”

At first, Redick didn’t catch what Curry said, so the Warriors star asked again. It took a moment for Redick to catch onto Curry’s joke, but he eventually responded. Once Redick realized, he kept it cool, replying, “Oh, just one.” It’s such a Steph move—lightening the mood even in the heat of a fierce game.

But Curry wasn’t left alone with the Lakers head coach. Draymond Green joined them… or maybe showed up unannounced. This hilarious clip has got fans coming up with theories and other reactions. The scene also brought to mind Redick’s previous defense of Green’s fiery on-court demeanor, which he once passionately supported during a heated debate on ESPN’s First Take.

Redick had called out critics for attempting to suppress Green’s passion, arguing that his emotional play is not only integral to his identity but also critical to the Warriors’ success. This backstory only makes Green’s impromptu arrival during the “techs” conversation all the more fitting.

Fans believe if anyone utters the word “tech” Draymond Green will appear

One fan commented, “Draymond heard ‘techs’ and appeared like Beetlejuice,” perfectly capturing the moment’s humor. If there’s one NBA player synonymous with technical fouls, it’s Draymond Green. The comparison to Beetlejuice—who famously appears when summoned—fits Green’s reputation like a glove.

Draymond, known for his fiery passion and relentless intensity, often teeters on the edge with referees, racking up technical fouls year after year.

“Lol Draymond came running over soon as he heard ‘tech’ LMAO bro was like y’all talkin ab me?” joked another fan. This comment perfectly captures Green’s well-known association with technical fouls. It’s almost as if “tech” is his personal call sign.

Whether it’s arguing a call, hyping up his teammates, or even getting in an opponent’s face, Green’s passion frequently spills over into moments that earn him whistles.

A fan’s clever reaction, “Draymond was about to hit him with the Wolf of Wall Street. ‘Those are rookie numbers! You gotta bump those up!’,” hilariously ties Green’s reputation for technical fouls to the iconic movie scene where Leonardo DiCaprio’s character chastises his colleague for not meeting the “numbers.”

If anything, the idea of Draymond encouraging Redick to “bump those numbers up” fits his larger-than-life personality perfectly. It’s another example of how Green’s reputation precedes him, blending pop culture with basketball antics to deliver a comment that’s both funny and oddly fitting.

Another fan wrote, “Draymond appeared holding a beer when he heard techs.” The mental image of Green casually strolling in with a drink, almost as if he’s attending a party instead of playing in an NBA game, captures how he’s drawn to techs like a magnet.

He accumulated 157 technical fouls up till now. The word “techs” is enough to summon Green, much like a cue for him to join the action, whether it’s to defend, argue, or just be part of the drama.

Another netizen’s comment points out the contrast between Redick and Green. “JJ was proud of that answer, “oh just one”,” they wrote. Redick’s pride in having just one technical foul highlights the stark contrast between him and the notorious “tech magnet” Draymond Green.

The reaction pokes fun at how Redick, now a rookie head coach, is still adjusting to the NBA sidelines but seems to view his single technical as a badge of honor, showcasing his relatively composed demeanor.