Comparing Golden State Warriors Players to Hip-Hop Artists

Draymond Green – Kanye West

Jun 4, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) reacts after he scored during overtime against the Cleveland Cavaliers in game one of the NBA Finals at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Draymond Green is very good at what he does. Kanye West is also very good at what he does. Neither man is afraid of letting you know that.

West isn’t just a rapper. He’s a producer. He’s a writer. In sum, he’s a versatile artist. with an interest in everything. One of the most influential hip-hop artists in the game, West has always pushed boundaries. His lyrics and style have always been cutting edge, but, most importantly, they’ve always been real. A man with a lot of pride, Yeezy creates with a chip on his shoulder. He’s already an established great with nothing left to prove yet he wants to stay on top. And he wants you to know that.

Draymond Green is extremely versatile. His play eliminates the need for labeling positions. He defies positions. You’d have a hard time finding a player that plays with as much passion as Green. He needs little outside motivation to go out and perform at the highest level possible. Much like Kanye changed the rap game, Draymond Green’s success as an elite defender that can play several positions well will surely influence and change how NBA team’s are constructed.

Often criticized, neither ‘Ye nor Dray will back down from anyone. Neither man lacks confidence and for good reason. There are few things Kanye can’t do musically and Draymond is a swiss army knife. They’ll best you then tell you how they bested you.

And when the stakes are highest, Draymond will rise to the occasion under all of the lights.

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