Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green‘s suspension came as a shock to many in the NBA world, whereas the other half believed that it was a well-deserved ruling for Green’s actions. Less than a week later, fans witnessed Joel Embiid get into a similar mid-game altercation. Consequently, the Philadelphia 76ers star was awarded a flagrant foul 1 but helped the Sixers win Game 3 after James Harden was ejected from the court.

Reflecting on both incidents, an NBA veteran-turned-head coach gave his take on the matter with a controversial stance. As a result of his physical retaliation, Green faced a one-game suspension. However, the decision did not sit well with the Warriors’ front office. It has only been a few months since Green stirred a massive controversy for punching teammate Jordan Poole, and reports suggest that the franchise might be running out of patience with Green’s antics.

The Sixers’ head coach speaks for Draymond Green and Joel Embiid

Following the Game 3 victory, Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers spoke extensively about the Draymond Green dispute and Joel Embiid’s foul. Rivers was among the significant number of people who did not agree with the league’s decision to suspend Green. According to the post shared by Rich Hofmann of the Athletic, Rivers believed that Green’s suspension was unfair and called it a ‘very dangerous precedent’.

He said, “If we’re going to start punishing the retaliators and not the instigators, then we got a problem in this league.”

Trending

“Could Hear Jeanie Buss & Rob Pelinka Chuckling”: LeBron James Declared to Be Manipulating NBA World With Obvious Bluff

May 17, 2024 12:58 PM EDT

Countdown Starts for Charles Barkley and TNT Crew as Ernie Johnson Makes Heartfelt Confession Before Parting

May 16, 2024 06:00 AM EDT

Big Setback for Shaq, as $155 Billion Company Eyes Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith Post-TNT Era

May 17, 2024 10:54 PM EDT

Caitlin Clark in Deep Waters as Indiana Fever Shatter Embarrassing WNBA Record After Defeat Against Sabrina Ionescu and Co.

May 17, 2024 07:05 AM EDT

Exclusive: Shaquille O’Neal Has Big Plans to Dethrone Nike With Allen Iverson & Reebok, Ex-Agent Reveals

May 17, 2024 02:15 PM EDT

Get instantly notified of the hottest NBA stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

Rivers also addressed the recent incident that took place during the Sixers vs Nets game. In less than three minutes into the game, fans witnessed Embiid kick Nets star Nic Claxton. The incident occurred after Claxton stepped over Embiid while he was the latter was lying on the floor. The 1988 All-Star stated that he would have retaliated similarly had it been Rivers in Embiid’s position.

He added, “I’m not picking on Claxton, but I don’t think in a park, you’re standing over Joel. But when you got the refs and everybody else there, you know nothing’s going to happen.”

Rivers concluded by saying, “This is what I’m concerned by: Teams targeting the better players with instigation to get them thrown out, And the better player has to be above with instigation to get them thrown out, and the better player has to be above and can’t retaliate.“

READ MORE – “Flipping You Double Birds”: After Stomping Saga, Warriors Star Draymond Green Has FOMO as He Breaks Silence on Controversial Suspension

Embiid is set to miss Game 4

Following their 102-97 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night, Adrian Wojnarowski and Ramona Shelburne of ESPN revealed that Joel Embiid has been ruled out for Game 4. The decision was made after the 6x All-Star underwent an MRI. The MVP candidate has reportedly been sidelined due to a sprained right knee.

Fortunately, for Sixers fans, if things go well, Embiid will be able to rejoin his teammates on the court by next week. Let’s hope for the best!

WATCH THIS STORY: 5 times Draymond Green resorted to dirty fouls that occasionally got him ejected