Draymond Green, a Golden State Warriors star, has sparked a lighthearted controversy with his recent comments about LeBron James’ new initiative.
Green joked that he was “a little upset” that James was not on his podcast, “The Draymond Green Show,” before starting his own show with former NBA player JJ Redick.
Draymond Green Throws Shade (Playfully) at LeBron James’ New Podcast Venture
During a recent episode of his podcast, Green discussed James’ new podcast, “Mind the Game,” which is co-hosted by Redick. In a joking tone, Green said: “I must say, I am a little upset that LeBron James is going on a podcast but he hasn’t been on ‘The Draymond Green Show.’ … I guess I’ll live with it for now. Pick the bone with him that I got to pick with him later.”
"I'm a little upset that LeBron James is going on a podcast, and he still hasn't been on the Draymond Green show." 😂
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— NBA Beyond Court (@NBABeyondCourt) March 19, 2024
Green’s remarks were intended to be amusing, emphasizing the friendliness and friendly competitiveness that exists between him and James. However, they have stirred debate regarding the increasing popularity of athlete-run podcasts and the ever-changing media landscape.
.@kingjames and @jj_redick are obsessed with basketball.
Consider their podcast, Mind the Game, a celebration of the sport as they discuss the state of the game, dissect X’s and O’s (like they do here), and wax poetic about the game they love. pic.twitter.com/lDf8ToVlHE
— Mind the Game (@mindthegamepod) March 18, 2024
Draymond Green and LeBron James are just two examples of sportsmen breaking into the podcasting scene. These platforms provide athletes with a unique opportunity to interact directly with fans, debate the game on their terms, and dig into areas other than basketball.
James’ latest podcast, “Mind the Game,” is a collaboration between his UNINTERRUPTED brand and Redick’s ThreeFourTwo Productions. The show promises to be “a celebration of the sport,” with in-depth interviews with basketball players, coaches, and other significant personalities.
While Green’s comments were made in fun, some may question whether there is any underlying animosity between him and James, two of the NBA’s most renowned figures. Their competitive mentality on the court is well-documented, and their respective podcasts might be viewed as a method to strengthen their unique brands.
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