Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green faced an early exit during the team’s matchup against the Utah Jazz on January 3, 2026, at the Chase Center in San Francisco. His ejection occurred late in the second quarter, following back-to-back technical fouls, with just 2:25 remaining in the half.
The incident unfolded after Green defended Jazz forward Kyle Filipowski in the paint. In what appears to be an issue with a no-call from the officials, Green became animated, clapping his hands in frustration, which drew the attention of the referees. The moment escalated when he gave up a dunk to Lauri Markkanen following a pass from Filipowski. After a verbal exchange with an official, Green was assessed his first technical foul. His continued protests led to a second technical foul issued by a different referee, resulting in his ejection from the game.
In the brief time he played, Green tallied eight points, three rebounds, two assists, and one block in just 12 minutes on the court. At halftime, the Warriors found themselves trailing the Jazz 65-58.
The incident highlights Green’s fiery demeanor and his pivotal role in the team’s dynamics. The Warriors will need to address his absence as they strive to regain momentum in the game and move forward in the season.