Draymond Green, the outspoken Golden State Warriors star, has never been shy about sharing his opinions, and his latest comments about the New York Knicks are no exception. Despite the Knicks’ impressive run to the Eastern Conference Finals, where they defeated the Boston Celtics, Green’s apparent disdain for Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns remains as sharp as ever.
During a recent episode of The Draymond Green Show with Baron Davis, Green took a subtle but pointed jab at the Knicks following their elimination by the Indiana Pacers. “I think going forward in order to win, it ain’t there yet… I think in order to win, the Knicks need to bring in a great player,” Green said. “If the Knicks want to compete for a championship, I think they need a great player, and I’ll just leave it at that.”
While Green didn’t explicitly name Towns, the implication was clear. The Knicks made two significant acquisitions this offseason: Towns and Mikal Bridges. However, neither matched the standout performance of Jalen Brunson, the team’s undeniable star. Towns, in particular, faced heavy criticism for his lackluster showing in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals, making him the likely target of Green’s cryptic shade.
Green’s ongoing hostility toward Towns is no secret, and it seems to place him in the same category as another frequent target of Green’s criticism, Rudy Gobert. While the exact reasons behind Green’s disdain for Towns remain unclear, his comments suggest a belief that Towns isn’t the caliber of player needed to push the Knicks to a championship.
For Knicks fans, Green’s remarks are likely to sting, especially after the team’s strong postseason performance. However, Green’s history of blunt commentary suggests he’s unlikely to back down anytime soon. If the Knicks want to silence their critics, including Green, they’ll need to prove on the court that their roster—great player or not—is ready to compete for a title.