Golden State Warriors’ Draymond Green experienced a return marked by boos from the crowd during their defeat against the Memphis Grizzlies.
Green, who served a suspension for striking an opponent in December, played for the first time in 16 games.
Green contributed seven points, seven rebounds, and four assists in the Warriors’ 116-107 loss. The forward’s suspension was lifted earlier this month, and he was back on the court under the watchful eyes of fans who expressed their sentiments.
Meanwhile, Joel Embiid’s return led the Philadelphia 76ers to a 124-115 victory against the Houston Rockets, with Embiid scoring 41 points and securing 10 rebounds. In other NBA action, the Boston Celtics, led by Kyrie Irving’s 42 points, defeated the Toronto Raptors 105-96, and the Dallas Mavericks, with Tim Hardaway Jr.’s 41 points, triumphed over the New Orleans Pelicans 125-120.
The Atlanta Hawks secured a 109-99 win against the San Antonio Spurs, the Orlando Magic narrowly defeated the New York Knicks 98-94, and the Miami Heat emerged victorious over the Brooklyn Nets 96-95 in overtime.
The Detroit Pistons notched their fourth win by beating the Washington Wizards 129-117, the Cleveland Cavaliers dominated the Chicago Bulls with a 109-91 score, and the Utah Jazz delivered a decisive 132-105 victory against the Indiana Pacers.
Reported By BBC Sports
