Draymond Green was recently listed as the favorite for Defensive Player of the Year, which shouldn’t be a major shock to many. While there are other worthy candidates, Green has been phenomenal as the heart and soul of the Golden State Warriors’ defense.

Draymond Green has been quite vocal since the All-Star break. The Warriors went and got Jimmy Butler in a trade. Since then, they have slowly climbed up in the Western Conference standings.

I’m not going to stop because the referee says stop, and give up position. I already give up six inches and 50 pounds.”