Kerr wasn't shocked by upgrade of Green's foul to flagrant.

In a recent game between the Grizzlies and the Warriors, Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins made a strategic move that led to the NBA upgrading Draymond Green's take foul on Zach Edey from a regular foul to a flagrant one. Warriors head coach Steve Kerr agreed with the league's decision, stating, "He grabbed him. Definitely a take foul like they called. I had no problem with it being upgraded to a Flagrant 1. I mean, that's not a basketball play. It was more than a take."

The incident occurred during the third quarter when Green tripped on a drive and then proceeded to lock Edey's leg between his arm and side, preventing him from initiating a fast break. This led to a series of disruptive plays and calls, causing the game to devolve into a free throw line parade. Although the Warriors managed to pull off a 120-117 victory, Kerr was not pleased with the physicality and officiating in the last quarter and a half, calling it "disgusting."

Things escalated even further towards the end of the game when Green received two technical fouls, resulting in his first ejection of the season. Kerr, who also received a late technical, was visibly angry and had to be separated from the referees by Moses Moody. Reflecting on his behavior, Kerr said, "I'm not proud when I go overboard, and I probably went overboard. I just didn't like the way the game unfolded in the second half."

Like Kerr, Jenkins and the Grizzlies were also unhappy with the way the game was officiated. In his post-game press conference, Jenkins called out Green's play on Edey, expressing disappointment that it wasn't reviewed in the moment. He stated, "We were about to start the break, and [Edey] had been playing really hard to try to outlet. Draymond grabs his leg and pulls him down. Doesn't get reviewed. I know there's a code in this league, and I don't understand how that wasn't reviewed. Very disappointed."

On an Instagram post quoting Jenkins' statement, Green commented, "Shut up." This is not the first time Green has received criticism for his on-court behavior. However, despite his goal to receive fewer than 10 technicals this season, he has been playing exceptionally well. He has been a key player in the Warriors' fourth-ranked defense and has also contributed to their impressive ball movement. Kerr praised Green, saying, "He's been one of the keys to everything that's happened to this point. Leading the defense, his energy in practice and leadership... Draymond has been the very best version of himself."

In other news, Lindy Waters III, who hyperextended his knee in the game against the Grizzlies, practiced on Sunday and is expected to play in the Warriors' next game against the Los Angeles Clippers. However, the team is still waiting for updates on De'Anthony Melton, who is being evaluated for an injury. Melton will join the team on their trip to Los Angeles for Monday's game against the Clippers. The Warriors will also face off against the Sacramento Kings on January 5th, a team that has been on a hot streak thanks to De'Aaron Fox's impressive performances.

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