Hours after Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was suspended indefinitely for his latest on-court incident, head coach Steve Kerr found himself under scrutiny for his role in enabling Green's troubled behavior. Kerr, known for his candor and empathy, addressed the issue during a press conference, emphasizing the need to focus on the person rather than the player.

Kerr's comments garnered attention, not only for his empathy towards Green but also for the lack of acknowledgment of his own responsibilities in the matter. For over a decade, Kerr and the Warriors appeared to enable Green's on-court antics, tolerating his behavior as a cost of doing business while the team enjoyed success.

Throughout his career, Green has been involved in several disciplinary incidents, including a suspension for choke-holding an opponent, stomping on another opponent's chest, and even punching a teammate. While Kerr acknowledged the need for Green to change, critics argue that he downplayed the severity of his player's actions by characterizing them as mere outbursts or passion for the game.

The absence of significant consequences for Green's past actions seemed to create an environment where misbehavior was tolerated, if not condoned. For example, Green's punch to a teammate's face resulted in a fine rather than a suspension, and he was later rewarded with a $100 million contract extension. This lack of accountability may have contributed to Green's repeat offenses on the court, causing harm to both the team's image and their chances of success.

While Kerr's loyalty to key players from the championship-winning era is well-known, critics argue that it may have clouded his judgment when dealing with Green's behavior. The coach faced similar criticism earlier in the season when he refused to remove struggling veterans Klay Thompson and Andrew Wiggins from the starting lineup despite their poor performance.

As the NBA stepped in with their own disciplinary action against Green, the Warriors organization now faces questions about the long-term implications of their handling of the situation. The team's failure to crack down on Green's behavior earlier may have contributed to the need for more severe punishments from the league.

Looking ahead, the Warriors find themselves at a crossroads. Without Green, the team has struggled to close out winnable games, raising concerns about their performance even with him on the court. Additionally, there are doubts about Green's ability to maintain his impact without his trademark antics fueling his competitive fire.

Ultimately, the blame for Green's behavior falls on the player himself. However, as the spotlight turns to Kerr and the Warriors organization, it becomes clear that their failure to hold Green accountable may have played a significant role in enabling his troubled behavior.