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Ranking the most clutch players on the Golden State Warriors

By Tony Pesta

OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 24: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors stands on the floor with Kevin Durant #35 during their game against the Washington Wizards at ORACLE Arena on October 24, 2018 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 24: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors stands on the floor with Kevin Durant #35 during their game against the Washington Wizards at ORACLE Arena on October 24, 2018 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /
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5. Draymond Green

Coming in at number five is the former Defensive Player of the Year, Draymond Green.

Green is regarded as one of the best defenders in the game and is an extremely versatile playmaker on the offensive end. His defense often translates to more offense and in many ways, he is the heart and soul of the Golden State Warriors.

Despite all of this, he might not be the best option in the clutch. So far this season, Green has played a total of just 27 minutes in the clutch. This gives us a small, but effective sample size. During his time in the clutch, Green is 1-of-2 from the field and has committed three turnovers as well as five personal fouls.

I believe that these stats are a microcosm of what Green is like in the clutch: Unpredictable. Sure, Green might find himself open and knock down a big-time shot with time winding down. Or, he could bring up the ball, wildly sprinting out of control, and turn it over.

His last season statistics help clarify his inconsistency, as he shot 8-for-25 (32.0 percent) from the field and 2-of-13 (15.4 percent) from deep in the clutch. In contrast, his postseason shooting was much more efficient, going 4-for-5 in clutch playoff moments.

As I stated, Green is more than capable of stepping up in big moments and nailing a clutch shot. However, it is his inability to be trusted with the ball that ultimately earns him the fifth spot on this list.

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