Draymond Green clarifies his relation with LeBron James & Steph Curry 

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Draymond Green and LeBron James have a rivalry, but Green has praised James for his on-court performance and off-court work.

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Some Golden State fans are angered by Green's admiration for James, believing that Green should focus on praising Steph Curry instead.

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During a recent episode of "The Draymond Green Show," Green and Tristan Thompson discussed the criticism Green receives for supporting James.

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Green stated that giving credit to James or supporting him doesn't diminish Curry's accomplishments or reputation.

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He believes that praising James is not a reflection of how he feels about Curry or how he recognizes Curry's greatness.

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Green is known to be a vocal supporter of his teammates, including Curry, and has been known to defend them against critics.

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He believes that praising James shows that he has love and respect for all great players, including Curry.

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Green has won four NBA championships with the Golden State Warriors alongside Curry and other teammates.

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Despite the rivalry with James, Green recognizes his skills on the court and has shown admiration for him in various interviews and conversations.

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