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National Post
17 hours ago
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- National Post
Danny Green happy for fellow ex-Raptor Pascal Siakam and underdog Pacers, big fan of SGA
Danny Green is a member of the media now, so he has to remain impartial, but it's clear he has a soft spot for one NBA finalist over the other this year. Article content Green, who won three titles in four trips to the Finals, including the one Canadian basketball fans all remember with the Toronto Raptors in 2018-19, is happy for former teammate Pascal Siakam, as well as other members of the Indiana Pacers. Article content Article content Article content The Pacers are considered extremely unlikely bets to upend an Oklahoma City Thunder team that won 68 games in the regular season and have since mostly swatted away all comers, other than a Denver side that gave them a mild scare before getting crushed in Game 7. Article content But Green, who wasn't drafted until the second round and had to fight to make it back after being cut by both Cleveland and San Antonio before becoming a staple with the Spurs, knows a thing or two about doubters. Article content 'All these guys have a chip on their shoulder and exterior motivations from people that have always doubted them and criticized them,' Green told Postmedia on a recent video call. Article content 'So to see (the Pacers) kind of shut those people up and make it to where they are, I couldn't be happier for the group,' he said after also comparing them to his Raptors team that wasn't expected to even make it to the final round, let alone win the championship. Article content Article content 'Because I was one of those guys that was always doubted as well. So I know the similar criticism that they're getting.' Article content Green, who was talking ahead of a visit to Canada for NBA House, an immersive basketball experience and fan event at the Rooftop YYC in Calgary for Game 1 and 2 of the Finals (former champion Metta World Peace also will be on hand, along with the Larry O'Brien Trophy), sounded particularly pleased for Siakam. Article content Article content 'It's great,' Green said of Siakam getting back to the biggest stage six years after Toronto's win (Green himself went five years between going twice for San Antonio and his return with Toronto, then also made it the next year with the Los Angeles Lakers). Article content 'A lot of people were, I wouldn't say doubting him, but they just were so quote/unquote disappointed that he was not becoming the No. 1 option they expected to be when he went to Indiana (in a trade from the Raptors), and for them all to beat the odds. Article content 'Myles Turner has been that longest-tenured Pacer (10 seasons). He's been there since the (Paul George) years, but finally, get to the Finals and get there before some of the guys that he's played with,' Green added.
Toronto Sun
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Danny Green happy for fellow ex-Raptor Pascal Siakam and underdog Pacers, big fan of SGA
The three-time NBA champion will be in Calgary for the start of the NBA Finals. Get the latest from Ryan Wolstat straight to your inbox Toronto Raptors' Danny Green and Pascal Siakam celebrate during Game 4 of the NBA Finals in 2019. AP Photo Danny Green is a member of the media now, so he has to remain impartial, but it's clear he has a soft spot for one NBA finalist over the other this year. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Green, who won three titles in four trips to the Finals, including the one Canadian basketball fans all remember with the Toronto Raptors in 2018-19, is happy for former teammate Pascal Siakam, as well as other members of the Indiana Pacers. The Pacers are considered extremely unlikely bets to upend an Oklahoma City Thunder team that won 68 games in the regular season and have since mostly swatted away all comers, other than a Denver side that gave them a mild scare before getting crushed in Game 7. But Green, who wasn't drafted until the second round and had to fight to make it back after being cut by both Cleveland and San Antonio before becoming a staple with the Spurs, knows a thing or two about doubters. 'All these guys have a chip on their shoulder and exterior motivations from people that have always doubted them and criticized them,' Green told Postmedia on a recent video call. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'So to see (the Pacers) kind of shut those people up and make it to where they are, I couldn't be happier for the group,' he said after also comparing them to his Raptors team that wasn't expected to even make it to the final round, let alone win the championship. 'Because I was one of those guys that was always doubted as well. So I know the similar criticism that they're getting.' Green, who was talking ahead of a visit to Canada for NBA House, an immersive basketball experience and fan event at the Rooftop YYC in Calgary for Game 1 and 2 of the Finals (former champion Metta World Peace also will be on hand, along with the Larry O'Brien Trophy), sounded particularly pleased for Siakam. 'It's great,' Green said of Siakam getting back to the biggest stage six years after Toronto's win (Green himself went five years between going twice for San Antonio and his return with Toronto, then also made it the next year with the Los Angeles Lakers). This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'A lot of people were, I wouldn't say doubting him, but they just were so quote/unquote disappointed that he was not becoming the No. 1 option they expected to be when he went to Indiana (in a trade from the Raptors), and for them all to beat the odds. 'Myles Turner has been that longest-tenured Pacer (10 seasons). He's been there since the (Paul George) years, but finally, get to the Finals and get there before some of the guys that he's played with,' Green added. 'And then, Tyrese Haliburton, voted most overrated (by fellow players in a bizarre poll), And also Pascal, and I see Pascal and OG (Anunoby) kind of battling it out against each other (in the Eastern Conference final). It was fun to watch that whole series, but to see (Siakam) actually show people like, 'Yo, he's an all-NBA player for a reason,' and Tyrese Haliburton saying that he's not overrated.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Which isn't to say Green doesn't also appreciate Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Canadian who won league MVP this year. Read More 'I love the fact that he still, he reminds me of Kobe (Bryant). He still does a lot in the mid-range and a lot of footwork and fundamentals,' Green said. 'A lot of people are not happy or disappointed with how many threes are being taken and that we don't have traditional back-to-the-basket games anymore, post-ups and go with big men, and have mid-range games. And it was kind of being pushed out of the game and becoming obsolete. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'So the fact that (Gilgeous-Alexander and others), they mix up their game and they make sure that they continue to not only improve, but show how important it is to be able to score on all levels, to be able to defend and to do all the other little things that matter, outside of shooting the ball from the three-point line.' Green said he hasn't been to Calgary before, but was always treated well in other cities and is looking forward to exploring and experiencing the city. 'Canada's always been great. It's welcomed me with overwhelming love,' Green said. 'Just the diversity of Canada. It's always amazing to me, I guess, how many different people, groups of people, are there, and also that they're all kind of similar and nice, you know, hospitable. 'So, love being around and love the energy. I'm hoping that Calgary's the same.' Toronto & GTA Toronto & GTA Celebrity Olympics Columnists
CTV News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Danny Green coming to Calgary for NBA Finals watch parties
Calgary Watch NBA House will host watch parties in Calgary for Game 1 and 2 of the NBA Finals, featuring an appearance from three-time champion Danny Green.
CTV News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Meet 3-time NBA champ Danny Green at this Calgary finals watch party
NBA House will host watch parties in Calgary for Game 1 and 2 of the NBA Finals, featuring an appearance from three-time champion Danny Green.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Former Laker, 2020 NBA champion on why it's hard to play with LeBron James
When the Los Angeles Lakers won the NBA championship during the 2019-20 season, they didn't have an overwhelmingly talented roster outside of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. But they did have a number of valuable role players who all chipped in to bring home the Larry O'Brien Trophy. One of those role players was Danny Green. The veteran wing signed as a free agent with the Lakers in the summer of 2019, and his defense and 3-point shooting were sizable keys to their championship run. Advertisement But during an appearance on the "All the Smoke" podcast, Green said that playing alongside James wasn't easy. It wasn't that James himself made things difficult, but the superstar's legion of fans would be hard on him if he wasn't getting the job done (h/t Lakers Daily). 'He made the game very easy,' Green said of James. 'But…there are times where it's not as easy because there's so much pressure, even if you're wide open, to execute the play because you're playing with LeBron James. And that's more so on the outside than it is on the inside 'cause Bron ain't putting the pressure on you. 'But all the LeBron fans are like, 'Who's this bum? Why is he playing with — he can't make a damn shot.' You know what I'm saying? So, it's a gift and a curse, but he made the game easy, man. 'And it was a lot of fun learning from him early on, a lot of fun playing against him and then even better to play with him, and then it was the bubble, but winning the championship with him. It was great, man, so I couldn't ask for a better scenario.' James has many devoted fans who are unquestionably loyal to him and will go to great lengths to defend him. Some seem to feel that such fans even have the tendency to blame others when things don't go well for James or his team. In Game 5 of the 2020 NBA Finals, the Lakers led the series 3-1 over the Miami Heat and needed just one more win to wrap up the world title. They trailed 109-108 in the closing seconds, and James found Green for an open 3-pointer that Green missed, allowing Miami to win and send the series to a sixth game. Although the Lakers won Game 6 convincingly, Green received death threats after missing the shot in Game 5 that would've concluded matters. Advertisement In the end, he received his third championship ring following that Game 6 victory. He had won it all the previous season with the Toronto Raptors and in 2014 with the San Antonio Spurs. This article originally appeared on LeBron Wire: Former Laker, 2020 NBA champion on why it's hard to play with LeBron
