Draymond Green Confronts Fan Over Reese Taunts, Gets NBA Warning

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green confronted a courtside fan during Sunday's 124-106 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, prompting a league warning but no fine after the fan repeatedly taunted him by comparing him to WNBA star Angel Reese.

The incident occurred in New Orleans with 2:02 remaining in the second quarter, as players lined up for free throws following a shooting foul called on Green while defending Pelicans forward Herb Jones. Green, who had missed several close-range shots early in the game but secured multiple offensive rebounds, walked over to the fan seated in the front row. The two stood inches apart, exchanging words, before officials and ushers intervened, separating them and speaking with the fan. Video footage captured the tense moment, showing the fan with his arms outstretched and Green pointing toward him.

The taunting began shortly after the opening plays, when Green missed a layup and two putback attempts. The fan, identified as 35-year-old Sam Green of New Orleans, chanted "Angel Reese" repeatedly, referencing the Chicago Sky forward's reputation as a prolific rebounder. Reese, a former LSU standout, set multiple school and Southeastern...