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A look at how the Warriors did in the 2016-17 GM’s poll

By Carlos Murillo

May 30, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) celebrates after scoring a three point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter in game seven of the Western conference finals of the NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 96-88. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
May 30, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) celebrates after scoring a three point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter in game seven of the Western conference finals of the NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 96-88. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /
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May 3, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) celebrates against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second quarter in game two of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

Draymond Green

Draymond Green made nine appearances on the GM survey. A late second-rounder, Green has turned himself into a legitimate star. All of the General Managers that passed him up don’t have a choice but to admire his work.

He got 3.6 percent of the vote, good for third, for the question “which player forces opposing coaches to make the most adjustments?” He was behind LeBron James and Stephen Curry. This one’s a little surprising, but his versatility and playmaking does make Green a problem for any team.

He was voted the best power forward in the league by 16.1 percent of GMs, enough for third on the list. He also got 3.3 percent of the vote for best centers in the league, placing him sixth. Also, 8.3 percent voted him the most versatile player in the league.

Green is a defensive anchor for the Warriors. The DPOY runner up for the last two seasons only got 6.7 percent of the vote for best defender in the league, tied with Avery Bradley and DeAndre Jordan. He received 10 percent of the vote for best interior defender, placing him right under Jordan and Rudy Gobert.

What makes him so special is the intangibles. He received votes for being a good head coach in the future which is a testament to his high-IQ. He was tied with Steven Adams for fourth on the toughest player list, each receiving 10 percent of votes. He was tied with Steph Curry for best leader as 10.7 percent of the vote put them behind just LeBron James and Chris Paul.

Green has earned respect. And whether you like it or not, he’s one of the best.

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