Xu Yong had a strong desire tonight and caused tons of damage to the Warriors, and 99% of the damage was contributed to Green.

Green was speechless and helpless. He was speechless because it was obvious that the grudge between James and Xu Yong was greater, but why did Xu Yong target him instead of James? He was helpless because he had no way to deal with Xu Yong's targeting.

He couldn't beat him in basketball or fighting, and more importantly, he tried to scold Xu Yong back, but found that it only made Xu Yong more excited.

But people's emotions always need a place to vent. If they are suppressed blindly, they will suffer a mental breakdown, so he instinctively transferred his emotions to James.

When he performed poorly before, James still cared about him, as if he didn't take what he said in the podcast to heart at all, but only at this time did his true face under the mask appear.

Sure enough, his previous idea was correct. Because of the excessive overlap in functions, it was almost inevitable that James would squeeze him out.

No, he must not sit and wait for death. Xu Yong said something very right. James is the one who comes later. The Warriors still belong to Curry's Warriors, and he, Curry, Thompson and others are the foundation of the Warriors.

Xu Yong didn't know what Green was thinking. If he knew, his originally unhappy mood might have improved instantly, and he might even have couldn't help laughing.

The conflict between Green and James is bigger than he imagined, it is just masked by continuous victories.

However, Green's slump did not let the Warriors fall behind, because the fact is that James can do most of the things he can do and can do it better. As for the only irreplaceable defense, the Warriors still didn't have much to do with Xu Yong on the defensive end tonight.

But without Green's help in the interior, Xu Yong's destructive power on the Warriors' restricted area was amplified. He frequently sprinted and penetrated the Warriors' restricted area.

The two sides fought until the decisive moment, and Kerr still put out a five-small lineup at the last moment.

But at this time, Xu Yong was in a hot state after a whole night of sprinting and burst out all at once.

He showed his desire and scored 11 points in a row despite being double-teamed in the final moments, winning the game in one go.

"I told you! This is an alliance with Satan!" Barkley shouted excitedly at the last moment.

In the Jordan era, there was actually no shortage of stars who formed groups. For example, Barkley himself went to the Rockets at the end of his peak, but he was actually only 33 years old at that time, just one year older than James is now.

But unfortunately, as he himself said, he encountered Jordan's comeback, and Jordan ended the championship dreams of too many people in that era.

So history is a cycle, and what James and others are experiencing is nothing new.

According to the post-match statistics, for the Warriors, Curry had 29 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists, James had 25 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists, Thompson had 21 points and 4 rebounds, and Green had 6 points and 5 rebounds.

For the Bulls, Xu Yong scored 63 points, including 21 points in the final quarter, which was also the second time this season that he scored 60+. Butler had 17 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists, Adams had 11 points and 21 rebounds, and Jokic had 13 points and 5 rebounds.

When shaking hands at the end of the game, Xu Yong noticed a detail, that is, James went to the player tunnel early as usual. After Green saw this scene, Green stood up and tried to call him back, but failed, which made Green look very angry.

It was this moment that made Xu Yong realize that he, as a gardener, had done a very good job tonight.

This scene was captured by the media and also caused huge controversy on social media after the game.

"Green played so badly, how could he have the nerve to stop the Kings?"

"So you can leave early if you lose?" Comment from "KBfnas".

"That's right. Losing is nothing. Besides, it's just a regular season game. Doing this makes you look like you can't afford to lose."

"You guys still have the nerve to do this! If Green had played normally, would he have lost this game?!"

"Green is a complete wimp. The Warriors' biggest problem lies with him. Please trade him away quickly, please!" Comment from "忠詹一生".

"Damn it! Green was playing well before LeBron came. Sure enough, my prediction was right. LeBron destroys every team he joins!"

"You guys are really exaggerating. Without us, the Kings, you can have won 27 games in a row? Don't eat with the bowl in your hand and curse when you put it down."

"That's enough, it's just a game. No one is happy if they lose. It's normal to have some conflicts. Don't let others set the pace."

"Get lost. We didn't have any conflicts when we lost before. Since you joined later, you should obey the rules."

"Who gave you the face to keep joining in? You can't win the championship without us, the Kings!" Comment from the "Lakers' number one fan."

…

When January came, unexpectedly, there was no internal strife in the Warriors, and even the storm was quickly calmed down.

This is a bit unexpected, but also makes sense.

Although the contract James signed with the Warriors was not a 1+1 contract and his influence on the management was not as great as when he was with the Cavaliers, his status was there and Green dared not do anything.

Moreover, the Warriors have no way out this season. Even if there are some internal conflicts, both the coaching staff and the management will handle them based on the principle of making big things small and small things nothing.

So it would be strange if there was any follow-up to this matter.

"What a pity!" Anderson sighed again. It seems that he is a person who loves to watch the show.

"Play well." Xu Yong continued to remind.

Unless the contradiction is resolved at the root, it will be like a thorn in your heart that you cannot pull out. If you just keep taking painkillers, it will eventually take your life.

Moreover, people who watch a play should have the mentality of a spectator. If they wait for the ending like following a TV series, they are too immersed in the play.

After the Warriors' internal conflicts were resolved, the team entered a winning streak again.

When there is no conflict, their hard power is there.

However, as the season progresses, Green's tactical position in the Warriors has become lower and lower. Recently, what he can do on the court has become very functional, which can basically be summarized into three things: space inside in a small ball lineup (standing at the top of the arc to create space), inside big man in a small ball lineup (fighting with the opponent's center every night), and mobile forward in a regular lineup (cleaning up other people's butts).

Or you can simply summarize it in four words: dirty and tiring work.

Because James can do better than him in the things he can do, Kerr will naturally give those things to James, otherwise there will be no point in signing James.

It was at this time that an idea instinctively emerged in the hearts of many people, and even perhaps the Warriors management: If they just need someone to do the dirty work now, then why not change to a taller space center?

You have to know that the league has now entered the small ball era, and there is space inside.

Some fans even proposed a very practical trade plan: send Green to the Magic in exchange for the Magic's starting center Dedmon and "Mop" Harris.

This will give the Warriors height and also make up for the current problem of weak scoring ability of the bench.

As for the Magic, they now also have the problem of not having enough ball possession. Payton Jr. has not developed his shooting and they have gradually lost their patience. If they can trade for Green, then their point guard can look for a functional player like Beverley or Dellavedova, and many problems can be solved.

This deal is a win-win from every perspective.

Except Green, of course.

One thing that no one can deny is that at least half of Green's success is due to the Splash Brothers. If he leaves the Splash Brothers and the Warriors system, no one can guarantee that he can still perform like he did in the first two seasons, just like Odom did back then.

In fact, Green himself is very clear about this, so he is willing to do the dirty work for the Warriors and will try his best to stay.

It was the end of January, and the league announced the final results of the All-Star voting and the list of substitutes.

Eastern Conference starting lineup: Irving, Butler, George, Xu Yong, Antetokounmpo;

Substitutes: Paul, Wall, DeRozan, Anthony, Love, Anthony Davis, Drummond

Western Conference starting lineup: Curry, Harden, Durant, James, Griffin;

Substitutes: Westbrook, Lillard, Klay Thompson, Gordon Hayward, Gasol, Cousins, Jordan

As expected, Green was not selected.

Green's statistics this season are basically the same as before he came out, averaging 7.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 2 steals and 1.4 blocks per game, shooting 39.6% and 30.8% from three-point range.

With such statistics, it is obviously impossible to make it to the All-Stars.

Oracle Arena, Oakland.

Green was engaging in a rough-and-tumble drill with second-year player Kevon Looney.

Looney had basically no chance to play for the Warriors last season, but he has a good relationship with Green, and this season he entered the rotation through his hard work.

Green's confrontation with him has begun to become somewhat passive.

Speaking of which, Looney is an amazing player, because he is 2.06 meters tall and has a wingspan of 2.20 meters. His draft template in high school was Durant. Then when he went to college, he suffered a serious hip injury at UCLA and was transformed into a blue-collar center. Then he was picked up by the Warriors at the end of the first round.

But a lean camel is bigger than a horse. Looney's habitual way of playing makes him have strong individual singles ability during training. Facing him is like facing a weakened version of Durant, and it is very difficult for Green.

"Fuck!"

Finally he cursed loudly and slammed the ball to the ground.

The ball flew high and Looney was stunned.

Green is actually quite nice to the team's rookies. On the one hand, this is because he entered the main training camp that year and understands the meaning of inheritance. Of course, on the other hand, from the perspective of his own interests, he is very clear that these newcomers cannot threaten him.

At this time, other members of the Warriors also arrived at the training hall.

Green turned around and saw James and Curry walking in, laughing.

It is said that Chandler Parsons of the Grizzlies is the most famous socialite in the NBA, but when it comes to ability in this area, even Parsons is far behind James, who has maxed out his skills in this area.

When Green saw this scene, he was already in a bad mood and felt a tightness in his chest, as if his wife had been seduced away by someone.

After a while, Kerr also entered the training hall. After greeting Curry and James, he signaled for the training to begin.

The training process is the same as the previous one, which is first without the ball, then half-court training, and finally full-court training.

James has been playing better and better recently, and even his outside touch is still pretty good.

Green was becoming more and more upset. It was not just that his wife had been seduced away by someone, but it felt like a Jew from the Middle East had come and not only took over everything he had, but also drove him to the toilet.

During the half-court training, an unexpected person appeared in the gym, which instantly made Green's nerves tense.

General Manager Miles.

Myers came in and chatted with Kerr for a while, then walked straight toward Green.

Green felt beads of sweat beginning to form on his forehead.

"Draymond, can we talk?" When Miles actually walked up to him and spoke, he felt his ears were already buzzing.

Looney, who was standing by, saw that Green didn't react and quickly patted him.

After Green realized what was happening, he nodded and left the training hall with Myers.

"Draymond, have you ever thought about leaving the Bay Area?" Miles was very polite and spoke after making a cup of coffee for Green.

Green's body tensed up instantly. Although he expected that Miles might look for him about a trade, when it really happened, he still couldn't accept it at all.

"I won't leave here. Stephen, Klay and I grew up together. We created the culture of the Warriors." After recovering from his shock, Green said quickly.

When Miles heard this, he showed a helpless expression. Green was really someone who was not easy to mess with.

"Of course we all know the contribution you have made to this team, that's why we are sitting here and communicating." Miles said calmly. Although he is young, he is also the one who created this team.

"I'm not leaving," Green emphasized again.

"Like you said, I also grew up with you, so you and I are more like friends. Do you want to hear a friend's analysis?" Miles changed his tone.

Green didn't say anything, so Miles took it as his agreement.

"Now your status in the team is declining, your data is declining, and you didn't even make the All-Stars this year. This is just the beginning. If you continue to stay here, the situation will only get worse. If you go to a new team, the situation may get better. Of course, we will fully consider your opinion."

There is no rumor without a fight. The news that broke out on social media previously showed that the Warriors were indeed in contact with other teams.

This time, Green did not express his opinion immediately, but frowned.

What Myers said makes sense. Unless he can get the ball back from James, his situation with the Warriors will indeed get worse.

But does he have that ability?

Under normal circumstances, of course not. This is why some people are destined to become rivals because they have too many similarities.

"I'm not leaving unless Steph and Klay tell me they need me to go," Green emphasized again.

Miles pursed his lips and nodded: "I will respect your personal opinion."

After sending Green away, Myers shook his head helplessly.

The relationship between Green, Curry and Thompson is too close, so even though he is the general manager, he can only communicate with Green in a negotiating tone.

Because of the interests, there is indeed a possibility that Green will agree to leave.

But Green's firm attitude was beyond his expectations, and Green was also very smart. He kept emphasizing the relationship between him and the Splash Brothers, which made him a little embarrassed.

Because if he forces a trade, the Warriors will have bigger problems within the team.

However, having such a meeting is not a bad thing. At least he doesn't have to worry about Green proposing a trade due to team problems, or he can also understand that Green's words just now mean that he has accepted the current status of the team and he just wants to stay.

After greeting Miles' mother cordially, Green felt fire in his eyes when he returned to the training hall.

He is a person who has difficulty controlling his temper, which is related to his childhood experiences and his experience in the Big Base training camp.

After being depressed for most of the season, he now just wants to find a place to vent.

Kerr called him over at this time, and the full-court confrontation was about to begin.

"Steve, I'll go to the bench," Green volunteered.

Cole was a little confused, but nodded.

Myers must have talked to Green about something, which inspired Green's fighting spirit, and going to the bench is a reflection of this.

The Warriors' full-court confrontation training began soon, and soon after it started, it entered an extremely intense state.

Green was the main defender against James as a substitute, and his defense was not only hard-working but also very confrontational.

At first, James smiled and didn't take it too seriously, but as Green's actions became bigger, James realized that Green was going to cause trouble today.

Kerr also noticed it, and he reminded Green after a confrontation.

Green pretended not to hear anything.

Actually, if you want to say how afraid he is of James, he is not, because James is different from Xu Yong. Xu Yong really gave him a flying knee in the NCAA, which made him remember it for the rest of his life, not to mention the pain of a ball. But James just has a higher status in the league than him.

"What the hell do you want to do?" Finally, after being fouled fiercely by Green, James got angry.

Green's current position in the Warriors can be said to be very marginalized. He really can't understand where Green got the courage to challenge him.

At this time Curry came over and separated the two.

However, he did not blame Green, but pulled James aside and said, "Draymond is in a bad mood recently, don't take it too seriously."

James was stunned for a moment, but nodded.

Curry, like Wade back then, is a true team player who is willing to make sacrifices for the team. But unlike Wade, their technical characteristics do not conflict with each other. It can even be said that they complement each other perfectly, which makes the two get along very happily and makes him respect Curry very much.

Thompson also chatted with Green for a while.

Kerr was also very smart at this time. He directly replaced Green back to the starting team, which avoided a direct conflict between the two.

The training match was about to end, but at this moment, something unexpected happened.

That was after the starting team successfully defended the offense of the reserve team. Green was about to reach out to grab the rebound, but James returned to the basket and grabbed the defensive rebound.

There was nothing wrong with this choice by either of them, but the mistake was that it happened at the wrong time.

Green watched the ball being taken away from his hands, and the person who took it was James. The accumulated, even pent-up emotions burst out in an instant. He pushed James hard from behind, causing James to stagger and almost fall.

Fortunately, the two had already had a conflict before, and the other members of the Warriors team reacted very quickly and quickly separated the two.

James no longer cared about Curry's face at this time, and shouted directly at Green: "Who do you think you are? You are just a backpack on Stephen's back! A heavy backpack!"

Curry quickly signaled to James to stop talking, he knew that such words would irritate Green.

But he was still too late. Green was like an angry bull. He shook off Thompson who was pulling him and rushed to James. Then, before James could believe it and before anyone else could think of it, he swung his sandbag-sized fist and punched James in the face.

"Bang!"

People only heard a muffled sound, and by the time they reacted, James had been knocked to the ground by Green's punch.

The incident escalated in an instant.

Intra-team conflicts are not uncommon in the NBA, but it is rare for a teammate to be defeated directly during a team training match.

At this time, Looney and Pachulia went up to force Green away amid Kerr's shouting.

Curry also went to check on James' condition as soon as possible.

"Fuck! Damn it!" James was swearing and looked extremely angry.

"Calm down, LeBron, calm down first." Curry raised his voice as loud as possible at this time. He knew that this was just Green's punch. If the two of them fought each other, the Warriors would be finished this season.

Finally, after the teammates worked hard back and forth, the conflict between the two sides did not escalate any further.

But James did not stay on the training ground. After shaking off Curry beside him, he went straight back to the locker room.

Of course no one noticed him, but the corners of his mouth curled up, and no one knew if it was because of pain or something else.

…

In a river view villa in San Francisco, James is applying ice to his face with the help of his team doctor.

He was grimacing in pain. Green was really too cruel.

After the doctor finished the treatment, he still felt a burning sensation on his face.

After waiting for a while, Fu Paul entered the room and James gestured to the doctor to go out first.

"Is it done?" James asked Fu Paul after the doctor left.

"King, Draymond should be gone." Fu Paul nodded.

James wanted to laugh when he heard this, but his mouth hurt so much that he stopped laughing.

But he still laughed in his heart.

Green targeted him from the very beginning, and his technical characteristics are so similar to his, so squeezing him out was an inevitable choice.

But after staying here for half a year, he discovered the close relationship between Green and the Splash Brothers.

Not to mention him, even the Warriors management probably wouldn't dare to touch Green easily.

But methods always depend on people's ideas. Fu Paul's plan was to take advantage of Green's temper, create a conflict, and then expose the conflict.

Let everyone know that the rotten apple that messed up the team this time was not him, James, but Green.

But what surprised him and Fu Paul was that Green was really a tough guy and actually rushed up and gave him a heavy punch.

Even though he had taken precautions beforehand, he still couldn't avoid it.

He reached out and touched his face again.

Fortunately, the punch was worth it because they bribed a Warriors staffer to videotape it and then send it to ESPN.

As long as the video is exposed, Green will no longer be able to stay in the Warriors.

Haha, fighting with him, even Wade couldn't beat him back then, how could a youngster like Green be his opponent?

…

It was February 1st, half a month away from the All-Star Game, which was the quietest time for the entire league. But on this day, ESPN broke a shocking news. The news was like a bolt from the blue, shocking everyone in an instant.

Chicago's United Center training facility.

"Boss, something happened! Something happened!"

Xu Yong was having a one-on-one duel with Butler when Anderson rushed in like a newspaper boy.

Looking at Anderson, who was shouting that something was wrong but looked extremely excited, Xu Yong couldn't help but frown.

Is this some happy event?

"Kyle, calm down." Xu Yong couldn't help but speak when Anderson ran to his side.

"No, Boss, something happened, something big happened!" Anderson said hurriedly.

"What else could have happened? Did Green beat up James?" Xu Yong had a speechless expression.

"Hey, Boss, how did you know that?"