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Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

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Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
Draymond Green has arguably been one of the most important figures for the Golden State Warriors for the past decade. He helped them win their fourth NBA championship last season, cementing his name in the history books. However, he recently got involved in an altercation with teammate Jordan Poole, who has been in contract extension talks with the franchise. Recently, head coach Steve Kerr expressed his optimism about Poole’s contract extension. Now, Stephen Curry has provided an update on the same.
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It seems all is now well within the Warriors camp, as Green and Poole reportedly had a discussion to move forward. Curry has been vocal on the Green-Poole altercation and recently quashed reports on Poole’s change in attitude.
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Curry has now hinted towards some progress in Poole’s contract extension talks.
“We obviously, hopefully got some news coming soon…,” Curry said.
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Steph Curry on a Jordan Poole contract extension: “We obviously, hopefully got some news coming soon…”
— TheWarriorsTalk (@TheWarriorsTalk) October 12, 2022
This is big news for Warriors fans as Poole had a massive impact last season. Warriors fans consider Poole a long-term player for the team and likely were relieved to hear this update from Stephen Curry.
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Warriors Twitter troll Draymond Green after Stephen Curry’s update on Jordan Poole’s extension
Jordan Poole broke out last season and won the first championship of his career. He is also having a solid pre-season so far and fans definitely want him to stay. Warriors fans took to Twitter to react to Curry’s latest update on Poole’s contract extension.
Following are some of the reactions from NBA Twitter:
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Draymond getting traded 😭😂
— Shaq (@Shaq1525) October 12, 2022
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Any news on Greens Departure from the Warriors #DubNation https://t.co/GT8D1tHznn
— MrBeee (@TravelingBeee) October 12, 2022
Lol steph said we riding with young bull draymond get yo ass on https://t.co/iYC8yA39Pu
— Kwon (@Mastrospapii) October 12, 2022
Draymond right now pic.twitter.com/djPtGqUp6J
— Kev (@Mongoosekz) October 12, 2022
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hahahaha @Money23Green CRY 😢
— LBJ ʰᶦᵐ (@KiLBJJ) October 12, 2022
Bye Draymond finally
— Kelz (@Kelz61334461) October 12, 2022
Draymond Green is currently on a self-imposed absence away from the team following the incident but could be back soon. The Warriors will face the Denver Nuggets next Friday in their last pre-season game ahead of the 2022-23 regular season.
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Both the Warriors and their fans will hope Poole’s extension is sorted out before entering the new season. It would provide a sense of security to the fans that their young star is locked up on a long-term deal.
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Jordan Poole’s impact during the pre-season
Jordan Poole had a brilliant display against the Lakers during the Golden State Warriors‘ third pre-season game. Poole ended the game with 25 points, 4 rebounds, and 6 assists. However, the Warriors lost against the Lakers 121-124 despite a valiant effort from the 23-year-old guard.

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Nov 5, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole (3) reacts after hitting a 3-pointer during the fourth quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports
Green and Poole both started the team’s first pre-season game against the Washington Wizards. Poole ended the game with 5 points and 5 rebounds as the Warriors registered a 96-87 win at the Saitama Stadium in Japan.
Poole also started the team’s second pre-season game against the Washington Wizards and scored 7 points in a Warriors win. Coach Steve Kerr decided to rest Curry and Poole for the Blazers game. However, the Warriors came out with a 131-98 win, thanks to Moses Moody’s 20-point-game.
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The Warriors face Denver Nuggets in their final pre-season game before their season opener vs the Los Angeles Lakers.
With Draymond Green’s self-imposed hiatus ending soon, could fans witness Green and Poole starting together against the Nuggets? Let us know what you think in the comments below.
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