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6 days ago
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Seth Curry reveals ‘awkward' Warriors Draymond Green trash talk in front of Steph
The post Seth Curry reveals 'awkward' Warriors Draymond Green trash talk in front of Steph appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Golden State Warriors are hoping that the trio of Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green will be enough to allow them to contend next year in the Western Conference alongside a Motley crew of role players. While Green is no longer the player he was in his prime, his trash-talking skills have not diminished at all. Recently, Stephen Curry's brother Seth, also an NBA sharpshooter, recalled an incident where Green talked smack to him–with his brother standing in the immediate vicinity. 'I'm at the free throw line, and Draymond's out there. We're talking… I say something, and he's like 'why are you talking? You're a journeyman. Every team in the league.' It was funny because Steph was right there. It was kind of awkward,' said Curry, per iHeartRadio, via TheWarriorsTalk on X, formerly Twitter. Draymond Green has indeed been known as one of the NBA's biggest trash talkers during his tenure in the league, most notably informing Paul Pierce that he wouldn't get the same love that Kobe Bryant did during his retirement farewell tour. Unfortunately for the Warriors, Green's antics have at times become a major distraction, with him serving multiple suspensions during playoff runs and also punching teammate Jordan Poole prior to the 2023-24 season, which hung a major cloud over that campaign. Can the Warriors compete? The Warriors last year looked like a legitimate threat right up until Stephen Curry got injured in the first quarter of their second round series vs the Minnesota Timberwolves. While Golden State hung on and won that game, they would lose the next four, bringing a promising season in the wake of the Jimmy Butler trade to an unceremonious end. The Warriors have yet to make any notable moves so far this offseason, and the only real question for the team now is how they will handle the Jonathan Kuminga saga, which could be nearing its finish line. In any case, when Green keeps his temper in check, he remains one of the more unique players in the league and an integral part of the Warriors' success. Related: The $45 million contract Jonathan Kuminga should sign with Warriors to end standoff Related: Warriors' Stephen Curry responds to Jimmy Butler's latest Batman comments
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05-08-2025
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Eagles' defense loving Saquon's trash talk, ‘great competition' at training camp
Reed Blankenship, Jordan Davis and Jalen Carter spoke on competing against Saquon Barkley at Eagles training camp. Eagles' defense loving Saquon's trash talk, 'great competition' at training camp originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia
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28-07-2025
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Kawhi Leonard Wants To Learn How To Trash Talk In Mandarin Ahead Of Asia Tour
Kawhi Leonard Wants To Learn How To Trash Talk In Mandarin Ahead Of Asia Tour originally appeared on Fadeaway World. Kawhi Leonard recently announced his Asia tour, with his first stop being China. Returning to the country after nearly eight years, Leonard sought help from Portland Trail Blazers rookie Yang Hansen to make preparations. On a video call with Hansen, Leonard mentioned he would be in China and needed help with some phrases. To this, the Blazers rookie helped him to understand how to say his name in Mandarin first. The Clippers forward then got down to business and asked, "How you talk trash?" Yang gave Leonard some examples, teaching him how to call someone "big dummy" in Mandarin. The forward responded to this by smiling and saying, "I need some in-person coaching for that." The conversation between the two players was a lot more than an introductory call. It was a way for Leonard to show Yang the ropes. Leonard asked the rookie about his early experience in the league. The 20-year-old responded with the help of a translator by saying: "The pace is kind of fast. They are really fast like rabbits. Extremely fast." Leonard acknowledged this with a smile and added, "Once you get a few more games under your belt, it will slow down." Among other discussions about dealing with press and local cuisine, Leonard added, 'Man, if you've got some free time, let's get in the gym. Have some shooting contests. When I head out there, I'mma hit you up." To which Yang responded by asking the Clippers superstar to keep in touch. It is a gracious gesture on Leonard's part to help a talented young rookie get acclimated to the fast-paced play style and life of an NBA player. Meanwhile, Yang showcased a lot of poise while effectively hosting a veteran star like Leonard. The future for the Blazers' rookie is bright. After being expected to be a second-round pick by many, the 16th overall pick shocked the world with his dazzling display of skill at the Summer League. His incredible passing, floor-spacing ability, and soft touch around the rim earned him the nickname "Chinese Jokic", a comparison the Blazers will hope he lives up to. With immense potential to become a key rotation player on this new and seemingly improved Portland roster, Yang will take on the challenges of his rookie season. Leonard finds himself facing challenges and opportunities of his own next season. After an incredible offseason for the franchise, marked by noteworthy signings and additions, the Clippers have one of the best rosters in the West. Although critics often point to the team's age, the depth of experience and skill on the roster shouldn't be underestimated. With a solid team this season, Leonard will aim to fulfill his promise to the franchise by delivering a title to story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jul 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
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15-07-2025
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"Michael strategically talks. Once you get GP started. Forget about it" - Jim Jackson on difference between Michael Jordan and Gary Payton as trash-talkers
"Michael strategically talks. Once you get GP started. Forget about it" - Jim Jackson on difference between Michael Jordan and Gary Payton as trash-talkers originally appeared on Basketball Network. Before injuries and Father Time diminished Jim Jackson's skills, he was a bona fide stud in the NBA, one who wasn't afraid to go toe-to-toe with anyone. This included Michael Jordan, whom he never backed down from. Advertisement Jackson reminisced about the thrill of going up against Jordan but noted that trading words with Gary Payton was an entirely different experience. Now retired and thriving as a respected analyst and broadcaster, he reflected on Payton's legendary trash-talking skills. Payton was an antagonist Trash talk is often utilized to get an opponent off his game. At the same time, some players lean into it to get their competitive juices going, giving them enough fuel to perform at their best. Jackson and Jordan's back-and-forth was a perfect example of this dynamic. They talked smack to bring out the best in one another. However, Payton's methods were a little extreme. He went after guys to make them so mad they would forget about playing the game and focus on getting revenge on him. This often resulted in technical fouls and, at times, even ejections, but Payton didn't care. He saw it as a way to gain the upper hand. Advertisement "Gary different, bro. Gary — Gary an antagonist, man. Just an antagonist," Jackson told Paul George on his podcast. "Mike try to go for you. GP? He all up in you the whole time." Jackson disclosed that while Jordan relished the competitive banter, there were times when he'd back off, biding his time to strike at a more opportune moment. On the other hand, Payton never backed down, talking from tip-off until the final buzzer. "Michael strategically talks to you. Once you get GP started? Forget about it, bro," he stated. "He right here (pointing to his ear). Right there. That's GP — he right there." Advertisement MJ always got the last word Jackson also shared a few stories of how Jordan almost always managed to get the last word when they faced off. He shared that while playing for the New Jersey Nets during the 1996-97 season, they managed to defeat the Chicago Bulls, 99-98, with him scoring 20 points. They again faced off a few weeks later, but this time, it was at the United Center, exchanging pleasantries throughout the game. "End of the game, I ended with 33, right? Mike had 37. We lost," Jackson recalled. "So Joe Kleine, who played with us — who also played for the Bulls — we going through the handshake line, and Joe went up to Mike and said, 'Man, you leave my young fella alone.'" Advertisement "Mike said, 'Man, JJ my guy, but just tell him that's why he wearing my shoes,'" he continued, sending the "Podcast P" crew laughing. "I said, 'Tell him I ain't taking them off either!'" Jordan and Payton were two of the best trash talkers of all time. Although they differed in their approaches, Jackson was one of the fortunate few who got to experience it firsthand. Related: "Part of me was like… just didn't want to do it" - Kobe Bryant said he considered letting Michael Jordan have his storybook ending in 2003 This story was originally reported by Basketball Network on Jul 8, 2025, where it first appeared.
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11-07-2025
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"All those muscles aren't gonna help you tonight" - Kevin McHale recalls when Bird trash-talked young and overly-muscular Anthony Mason
"All those muscles aren't gonna help you tonight" - Kevin McHale recalls when Bird trash-talked young and overly-muscular Anthony Mason originally appeared on Basketball Network. When we talk about Larry Bird's legacy, we usually start with the three MVPs, the championship rings, the clutch gene and the unprecedented feel for the game. His passing, shooting, rebounding, competitiveness, it's all Hall of Fame material, and there is no doubt about it. Advertisement But there's one lane where Larry Legend might be head and shoulders above everyone else in NBA history: trash talk. Bird didn't just talk to opponents — he dismantled them psychologically before, during or after the game. The stories are endless, and they're almost all verified by people who were there to witness them. One such gem was recently told by Kevin McHale, Bird's longtime running mate during the Boston Celtics' dynastic run in the '80s. This one featured a young, muscular Anthony Mason as the unsuspecting target. "Remember Anthony Mason? Just kind of a point forward guy, big, strong guy. We are playing, he is in New Jersey now, they call him up from the D-League or the CBA, whatever it was called back then. And he is sitting out there, and this guy is got like, you know, muscles everywhere," McHale, Bird's longtime partner in Beantown, recalled. Advertisement It didn't take long for Bird to notice. "So, before the game, Larry looks at him and goes, 'Hey, Kevin, look at this guy, look at all those muscles.' And Anthony Mason is right there, kind of posing and Larry just goes, 'All those muscles aren't gonna help you tonight. I'm gonna bust you up.' And Larry would shoot the ball and yell 'Muscles!' as he was shooting. I was just laughing," the retired big man added joyfully. Mason found himself in a Bird's classic Most fans remember Mason as the bruising, undersized forward who was a key part of those early '90s Knicks teams. He won Sixth Man of the Year in 1995 and earned All-NBA and All-Defense honors by the end of his career. But in 1989, Mason was a 3rd-round pick, selected 53rd overall in the NBA Draft, and trying to stick in the league. He got a call-up to the New Jersey Nets during the 1989–90 season, and that's when he ran into Bird on what would be the tail end of the Celtics legend's career. Advertisement Larry's back was already a serious issue at that point. He was no longer gliding across the floor or filling up box scores with the same ease. But his mind, as well as his shooting stroke, was as pure as ever. Mason didn't know it yet, but he had become the latest entry in Larry's book of one-liners, his physicality on full display, but no match for Bird's mental warfare. Related: Rick Fox explains why Kobe never hung out with other teammates: "He was on a course and any minute or day wasted doing something else was going to slow him down getting to that point" Different breed of trash-talkers What made Bird's trash talk different from so many others was that it never crossed a line of good taste. He never got personal and ugly with his "victims." He'd tell you exactly what he was going to do, then go out and do it, with a smirk, a shrug, or in this case, a sarcastic "Muscles!" as he drained jumpers. Advertisement For McHale, who'd seen Bird humiliate countless defenders over the years, and especially during his three-peat of being the Most Valuable Player, this one was just as special. Because it wasn't about Mason, it was about Larry being Larry. He could barely walk some nights, but if he saw an opening, especially against a kid trying to make his name with "physique alone," he was going to pounce. That was the Bird effect. He didn't just beat you, he made you remember it. And three decades later, McHale (and Mason surely!) is. Related: When K.C. Jones called Larry Bird the best of all time after just six seasons: "Go down the list of the greats and I doubt you'll come up with anyone with all those credentials" This story was originally reported by Basketball Network on Jul 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
