Draymond Green Shares Heartwarming Story of Sons Request To Meet $240.7 Million Thunder Star Being Fulfilled

The scoreboard read 124-112 in favor of the Oklahoma City Thunder, but the final score didn’t tell the full story of what happened at Chase Center on December 3. The night featured a rare sight: a subdued Draymond Green, a rising young star, and a simple postgame request that put the loss into perspective.

Why Was Draymond Green So Calm Against the Thunder?

Green usually plays with a fire that spills onto the court, but he found himself unusually calm Tuesday night. The reason? His son, Draymond Jr., was sitting right there on the Warriors’ bench.

The youngster’s presence effectively neutralized his father’s typical reactions. As Green put it, his son became the unexpected stabilizer who kept him composed during the contest against Oklahoma City.

The family vibes didn’t end at the buzzer. Green said his son approached him with just one goal: meeting Chet Holmgren, the Thunder’s young star whose all-around skill has grabbed the league’s attention.

Green honored it immediately. “He came up to me after the game like, ‘Can you introduce me to Chet Holmgren?’ So I went and introduced him to Chet, and Chet was nice. So I really appreciate that. Anytime you give them those experiences that quite honestly money can’t buy, I’m always forever grateful.”

Draymond said his son DJ, who was on the Warriors bench tonight, asked him to introduce him to Chet Holmgren after the game 😂 pic.twitter.com/e6TLocwXsI

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Holmgren, who is on a five-year, $240,700,000 contract including $240,700,000 guaranteed and an average annual salary of $48,140,000, entered the night already positioned as one of the NBA’s most valuable cornerstones.

He delivered another strong showing in the win, complementing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 38-point performance and Isaiah Joe’s timely shooting. Holmgren’s length, touch, and defensive instincts continue to distinguish him. It was clear that DJ, like many young fans, gravitates toward players who combine excitement with poise.

Green further reflected on Holmgren’s emerging place within Oklahoma City’s broader momentum. Speaking to Sam Amick of The Athletic, he acknowledged the growing conversation around the Thunder’s ability to chase a historic regular-season mark.

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“I do think they’re capable,” Green said. He added that circumstances must align for such a pursuit, noting the need for a balance of health, timing, and breaks. Still, he emphasized that the current Thunder group has already displayed unusual consistency and resilience.

Golden State’s internal search for rhythm continues, yet the night’s most affecting moment came from a place untouched by rivalry. A father watched his son meet a player he admires, and Green expressed appreciation for Holmgren’s kindness. It served as a reminder that while competition defines the league, respect binds its generations.