Draymond Green created another viral moment by shouting a Stephen Curry reference during a game that also featured LeBron James.
The Golden State Warriors forward hit a rare three-pointer late in the shot clock and immediately turned the play into on-court theatre.
The exchange added another layer to one of the NBA’s longest-running rivalries.
Draymond Green shouts Curry challenge after rare three-pointer
Draymond Green’s moment came after he knocked down a corner three-pointer late in the shot clock while being guarded by the LA Lakers quite poorly.
As the ball went through the net, Green could be heard yelling toward the defence, “Better close out to me like I’m Stephen Curry. Come on. Close it. Close it. Close it. CLOSE IT.”
The comment was widely viewed as a playful demand for the type of defensive attention usually reserved for Curry.
It also carried added weight in a game that featured LeBron James, reviving memories of past Warriors and Cavaliers matchups.
Green and LeBron remain friends despite on-court rivalry
Despite moments like this, Draymond Green and LeBron James have both made it clear their relationship extends beyond the court.
The two have spoken publicly about their friendship, including appearances together in media settings and mutual praise for each other’s careers.
The trash talk and theatrics that surface during games are understood as part of their competitive approach rather than personal animosity.
That balance has helped keep moments like Green’s Curry shout light-hearted, even as fans continue to dissect every interaction.
In the end, the moment fit neatly into NBA lore, blending humor, competition, and the shared history between two familiar rivals.
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