Golden State Warriors' star player Draymond Green has been suspended for five games following a series of incidents, as the team prioritizes his personal growth and well-being. The decision to suspend Green came after his recent outburst during Tuesday's game against the Phoenix Suns, marking his 20th career ejection and his third of the 2023-24 season.

Before this suspension, Green had been absent from several games. Out of the 23 games played by the Warriors, Green participated in just 15. He was ejected from three games, suspended for five, missed two due to injury, and an additional one for personal reasons. The team, along with Warriors coach Steve Kerr, believes that this break from basketball will give Green an opportunity to reflect and make a positive change in his approach and personal life.

Coach Kerr emphasized that this suspension is more than just about the game of basketball. He stated, "To me, this is about more than basketball. It's about helping Draymond. I think it's an opportunity for Draymond to step away and to make a change in his approach and his life, and that's not an easy thing to do." Kerr urged everyone to understand that this is a process that requires support and time.

The league's decision to suspend Green for five games stemmed from an incident involving Utah Jazz's Rudy Gobert. Kerr expressed that merely assigning a set number of games as punishment is not the answer. He believes that the focus should be on providing Green with the necessary help and support for long-term personal growth. Kerr added, "The answer is to help Draymond, to give him the help he needs, to give him an opportunity to make a change that will not only help him, help our team, but help him for the rest of his life."

All parties involved, including the team, the league, and Green himself, have emphasized that basketball takes a backseat to Green's personal development. The Warriors organization expressed their belief in Green's potential for growth and their commitment to supporting him throughout this process.

With Green's suspension, the Warriors will face a five-game stretch without their influential leader on the court. However, the team remains focused on supporting Green's personal journey and ensuring his long-term well-being. While basketball may be temporarily paused for Green, the hope is that his time away will lead to positive changes that extend far beyond the game.

As the suspension begins, the Golden State Warriors and their fans eagerly await Green's return, hoping that this opportunity for self-reflection will pave the way for a brighter future, both on and off the court.