Draymond Green, the NBA star, has recently expressed his disappointment over not being selected to compete for a third gold medal at the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris. The 41-player selection pool for Team USA was revealed last week, from which only 12 players will eventually be chosen to represent the U.S. Men’s Basketball squad in France.
Key Takeaway
Draymond Green has expressed his disappointment over not being selected for the upcoming Summer Olympics, questioning the reasons behind his exclusion and emphasizing the need for transparent communication in such decisions.
Green’s Reaction to the Snub
Draymond Green, known for his contributions to the team in previous Olympics, has questioned the reason behind his exclusion. He expressed his disappointment on his show, stating that he was hurt by the decision and the public explanation provided by Grant Hill, the team’s managing director. Green mentioned that he would have preferred a direct and honest assessment of his abilities rather than being excluded without a clear explanation.
Previous Achievements and On-Court Incidents
Having previously secured gold in Rio in 2016 and Tokyo in 2020, Green is disheartened by the missed opportunity to pursue a third Olympic gold. The decision comes in the wake of Green’s suspension due to on-court incidents earlier this year, including altercations with Rudy Gobert and Jusuf Nurkić.
Other Players’ Reactions
Green is not the only NBA star who expressed disappointment over the selection process. Bradley Beal also conveyed his disappointment but mentioned that he would still support Team USA in the upcoming Olympics.
