The day is finally here. All eyes will be glued to the Wynn Golf Club in Las Vegas for The Match VIII. Two of sports’ most revered and popular tandems will battle it out for glory. One side features NFL’s star QB Patrick Mahomes and the unshakable Travis Kelce. On the opposing end are Stephen Curry and Klay Thomspon – the Golden State Warriors’ very own Splash Brothers. Before their contest officially begins, the rivals took time to talk and answer questions for one last time.
Draymond Green, Curry’s teammate and a podcaster took the job of being the moderator. While revealing who he has his money on, the four-time champion put both his teammates in an uncomfortable spot.
Draymond Green gets too honest with Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson
As a dynasty, the Warriors have graced several of the NBA’s top talents. However, they have always had their long-standing core of Curry, Thompson, and Green. Their play styles complement one another and are one of the integral reasons the Bay ever became an NBA powerhouse. Draymond Green, a former DPOY has been the facilitator and the Warriors’ leader. The stopper has commanded from the front, yet he wasn’t the one making the attractive plays.
The spotlight always shines on Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. Dubbed the Splash Brothers, the tandem’s shooting prowess played a critical role in changing the game forever. Naturally, the spectators always saw them as the heart of the franchise. And so the Warriors rewarded them for bringing in the attention as well as making it possible to flourish as champions.
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Yet, it’s never really been a problem for Draymond Green. He values winning, and his passion seems to exceed any hunger for ‘paper’.
While moderating The Match VIII’s final interviews, the four-time All-Star once again proved his loyalty as a teammate. The 33-year-old placed his bet on Stephen Curry and Thompson to defeat the Kansas City Chiefs’ formidable tandem. However, while he doesn’t mind being in the shadow, that does come with some limitations, especially when involved in placing money on the contest. So, Green put up a stipulation.
“I bet a lot of money on these guys, I’m a lot poorer than these guys. So if I lose, these two will pay my bet,” he said cracking up the four competitors on stage.
Over his decorated NBA career, Green has amassed a net worth of $60 million. Yes, it’s not shabby at all. However, in the face of his teammates, the 2017 DPOY can’t say he is an equal. Klay Thompson exceeds his net worth by $10 million. Then there is Stephen Curry. As one of the revolutionaries of the game and a face of the league, Curry ranks amongst the highest-paid stars of all time. He boasts a massive net worth of $160 million.
Green still has the potential to upgrade his net worth with his impending free agency decision. After declining his player option, a dilemma stands in front of him. Reportedly wanting a $100 million contract, the Dub Nation is awaiting his decision. Will he remain an associate of Steph Curry and Klay Thompson or is this the last time he puts it all on the line for them? Let us know what you think in the comments below.
