Green's Controversial Play Sparks Warriors' OT Win

0:00This is Corey with NBA News Today, powered by the Daily News Now, subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Golden State Warriors grabbed a surprising overtime victory over the Houston Rockets on Thursday night, boosting their record to 32 wins, and 20 losses. Playing short-handed without key players, they relied heavily on Dremond Green, but one rough play in the third quarter sparked a debate among fans. With nine minutes and 49 seconds left in the third, Green hit the floor after an offensive foul call on Jabari Smith Jr. As he stood up, Green grabbed Smith's ankle in a move that looked intentional, earning him just a technical foul instead of an ejection. Many wondered why Reff's held back, especially after Oklahoma City's Lew Dort got tossed last week for tripping Nikola Jokic in a similar spot. Green's long history includes 24 ejections, mostly in regular season games. Despite the foul, Green stayed in and logged a season high 35 minutes, finishing with 10 points, 5 rebounds, and 8 assists.

1:01The win keeps the Warriors in eighth place in the West, without Stephen Curry for his 12th straight game. Coach Steve Kerr praised Green's defense, leadership, and passing as classic form, while the team fights to stay competitive amid injuries. Special thanks to our sponsor for supporting this episode. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you. A pillow with built-in sound, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.