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Draymond Green-Josh Hart Clash Over Brunson's Contract
31 Jul
Summary
- Hart criticized Green's past comments about Brunson's contract.
- Green defended his remarks, questioning Hart's timing.
- Brunson took a significant pay cut to help build the Knicks roster.
NBA champion Josh Hart recently ignited a social media exchange with fellow champion Draymond Green concerning Jalen Brunson's contract with the New York Knicks. The dispute began when an old clip of Green on the 'Club 520' podcast resurfaced. In the unearthed audio from years ago, Green questioned Brunson's decision to take a contract discount with the Knicks, suggesting that other players should have taken less while the top stars remained highly compensated.
Hart responded to the clip on X (formerly Twitter), stating, "We got to normalize grown men not counting other peoples pockets." Green, in turn, addressed Hart's comments on Threads, criticizing Hart for not addressing the video when it was originally published and for responding only after the Knicks' championship win.
Brunson's contract decision has been a focal point, as he agreed to an extension with the Knicks in 2024, leaving approximately $113 million on the table. He could have pursued a five-year, $269 million deal as a free agent. Instead, he signed a four-year, $156.5 million contract, a move he explained was to win with the Knicks and play with peace of mind.
