Draymond Green's Statement Before Crucial Warriors-Grizzlies Play-In

Draymond Green feels confident heading into the Golden State Warriors' Play-In game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Apr 1, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) passes the ball as Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) defends during the fourth quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

The Memphis Grizzlies are set to take on the Golden State Warriors in the 7-8 matchup of the NBA Play-In Tournament on Tuesday at 9 p.m. CT. In the Chase Center, the Grizzlies will have an uphill battle against one of the hottest second-half teams of the season.

Since the Warriors acquired Jimmy Butler at the NBA trade deadline, they've been on a tear, winning 23 of their last 32 games while ranking in the top 10 in offense, defense, and net rating. The Grizzlies have been on a different trajectory, having fired head coach Taylor Jenkins just a few weeks ago while having gone 13-18 since the deadline.

The performance of these two teams should give Golden State confidence, including forward Draymond Green. The 35-year-old veteran has plenty of experience in all rounds of the postseason, including the Play-In. When asked about the fatigue of this veteran team, he didn't seem worried about the quick turnaround.

Draymond Green on the accumulated fatigue for a veteran team entering the play-in tournament: “We’re not senior citizens.” pic.twitter.com/kGa0MXoi7M
— Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) April 13, 2025

“We’ll be fine with the quick turnaround," Green said. "We haven't fared well in these Play-In games, so gotta make sure we’re locked in and ready to go. As far as it being a quick turnaround, we’ll be alright.”

The Warriors had a chance to avoid the Play-In had they beat the LA Clippers in Sunday's regular-season finale, which ended in a 124-119 loss. The Grizzlies were in the playoff hunt until a 117-109 loss to the Denver Nuggets locked themselves in as the eighth seed.

Memphis can secure a date with the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs with a win over Golden State.

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