The Draymond Green Show - Lakers/Thunder Recap + Jaren Jackson Blocks Controversy

Draymond Green and Baron Davis react to the biggest trade of the offseason — breaking down Kevin Durant’s fit with the Houston Rockets, why Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks were dealt, and what it means for the Phoenix Suns. They also dive into the business of the NBA, from players finding out they’re traded to how the second apron is forcing teams like the Boston Celtics to make big moves. Plus, thoughts on Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers, CJ McCollum for Jordan Poole in a swap between the New Orleans Pelicans and Washington Wizards, SGA’s MVP season being capped with an NBA Finals win for the Oklahoma City Thunder over the Indiana Pacers, and what’s next for Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. #herd #volume 0:00 Introduction 12:33 KD Trade Reaction 23:40 Reaction to Jrue Holiday Traded to the Blazers 27:26 Why the Celtics Are Making Trades Because of the 2nd Apron 30:42 Jordan Poole Being Traded to the Pelicans 35:51 Is OKC Starting a Dynasty? 40:09 SGA: The New Face of the League? 43:24 Reaction to Tyrese Haliburton's Injury 44:46 Warriors Becoming Contenders Again 51:06 Best Moment of the 2024-25 Season 53:16 NBA Draft 57:13 Copper Flagg in Dallas 59:05 Dylan Harper Heading to the Spurs 1:01:25 Bad Pre-Draft Move by Ace BaileySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBA Champion Mo Williams joins Draymond Green to break down the stunning Game 4 comeback in the NBA Finals, how OKC adjusted late to steal the win, and why Indiana let a championship-level moment slip away. Mo shares insight on Shea Gilgeous-Alexander’s evolving superstar game, how mismatches and coaching decisions defined the series, and why Rick Carlisle is outcoaching Mark Daigneault. The conversation also dives deep into the real challenges of building a winning program at an HBCU, from NIL limitations to brutal scheduling demands—and how more support could change everything. Plus, Mo reflects on the 2016 Cavs title run, mentoring Draymond through the original Grind Week, and the wildest team celebration story you’ve never heard. A must-watch for any true hoops fan. 3:18 How OKC Was Able To Comeback And Win  13:15 Breaking How SGA Got The Advantage in The 4th Quarter  19:33 OKC Change Their Lineup AGAIN 26:38 Why Indiana Has to Get Pascal Siakam The Ball In The Quarter  32:13 Most Important Headline For Game 5 For OKC & Pacers 36:20 Remembering Kyrie and Lebron's 41-point Game 5 41:23 Flip Saunders Story 47:23 How Hard It Is To Coach An HBCU Division I Basketball Team 1:07:58 What Defines an NBA Superstar 1:15:36 Crazy Allen Iverson Story 1:21:35 Playing with LeBron James #Volume #Herd #TheHerdFollow The Draymond Green Show on social media: https://www.instagram.com/draymondshow https://x.com/DraymondShow https://www.facebook.com/people/Draymond-Green-Show/61556083929818 https://www.tiktok.com/@draymondgreenshow Learn more about The Volume: https://www.thevolume.com Watch new episodes of ‘Sports Gone Wrong’, Wednesdays at 9PM ET – only on VICE TV. Find your channel here: https://www.vicetv.com/en_us/channel-finderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Draymond Green takes to his podcast to appreciate and recognize the greatness that is LeBron James after he broke Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's all-time NBA scoring record throughout his legendary career with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers. Produced by: Jackson Safon #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CJ McCollum joins ‘The Draymond Green Show’ to discuss his recruiting journey as an undersized guard, how journalism has played a part in his NBA career, being traded from the Portland Trail Blazers to the New Orleans Pelicans, what he’s been able to teach young players like Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, being the NBA Player’s Association President, his mindset coming up in sports media, and more. Produced by: Jackson Safon #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Draymond Green recaps the Golden State Warriors victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, what he's looking for in the team's matchup against Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday, and gives his thoughts on the Jaren Jackson blocks controversy. Produced by: Jackson Safon #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kenny Smith joins ‘The Draymond Green Show’ to discuss his experience as Michael Jordan’s college teammate, why being drafted by the Sacramento Kings was awful despite Bill Russell’s coaching, why Hakeem Olajuwon is so special, why the Rockets would’ve beaten the Bulls even with Jordan, the advice he gave LeBron James, the importance of roles on ‘Inside the NBA’ and much more.  Produced by: Jackson Safon #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Draymond Green details the Warriors recent close games against the Celtics, Cavaliers, and Nets and why the Dubs need to show some growth. Then he previews the upcoming matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies and breaks down the Lakers trade with the Wizards for Rui Hachimura. Produced by: Jackson Safon #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Draymond Green explains what happened when the Warriors went to the White House to celebrate their championship, why his experience meeting President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris was so meaningful, and why this experience was better than the last time the team went. Then he's joined by Jamal Crawford to discuss how Doug Collins helped shape his career, why he's so passionate about the Seattle basketball pipeline, what happened between Paolo Banchero and Dejounte Murray at his pro-am this summer, how his experience at Michigan would've been different under the current NIL rules, his streetball style of play, the lack of "vets" in the NBA, and why the Warriors have been up and down this year. Produced by: Jackson Safon #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Draymond Green discusses the Golden State Warriors’ odd home loss to the Phoenix Suns that featured the return of Steph Curry, Andre Iguodala, and Andrew Wiggins. Then, he breaks down what the team needs to do to right the ship. Next, Dray gives his thoughts on how Kevin Durant's injury will affect the Nets and what to make of LeBron James's comments about the Los Angeles Lakers. Produced by: Jackson Safon #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen A. Smith joins ‘The Draymond Green Show’ to discuss staying true to himself, why he welcomes more NBA players joining the media, times where ‘First Take’ has gotten heated, how Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharped handled covering the Damar Hamlin story, LeBron James still performing at a high level, the NBA MVP race with Jayson Tatum, Kevin Durant, Luka Doncic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Nikola Jokic, why he thinks Ja Morant and the Grizzlies could make the Finals this year, and more. Produced by: Jackson Safon #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.