Draya Michele has opened up about her feelings regarding the recent trade of her boyfriend, Jalen Green, from the Houston Rockets to the Phoenix Suns. This significant trade involved Kevin Durant moving from the Suns to the Rockets, making it a notable shift in the NBA landscape.
Draya, who has been in a relationship with Green since 2023, expressed her commitment to supporting him during this transition. “This was my first time experiencing a trade,” she remarked, emphasizing her role in helping him acclimate to the new environment. Despite the changes, she exuded optimism by saying, “I always tell him, it doesn’t matter where we are, if we have each other we’ll make the best of it.”
As the couple prepares for their new life in Phoenix, Draya is committed to making the move as seamless as possible for Green. “Luckily, Phoenix is an amazing city,” she stated, showcasing a positive outlook on their new chapter. Draya plans to handle the logistics of their relocation, allowing Green to focus solely on his basketball career. “He’s not gonna have to lift a finger. I’ll handle all of that so that he can just relax and play basketball,” she assured.
In parallel, Green has openly shared his mixed feelings about being traded. Initially, he felt “hurt” upon hearing the news but acknowledged that it was a business decision, expressing understanding of his situation. “I had a feeling they’ve been trying to trade me since last year,” Green noted, reflecting a blend of sadness and acceptance about leaving Houston, where he started his NBA journey in 2021.
However, he is looking ahead with determination and ambition as he joins the Suns. “The hunger is already there… the goal is to be in the playoffs every year. I got a taste of it now,” he affirmed, showing his readiness to make an impact in his new team.
This trade not only marks a pivotal moment in Green’s career but also underscores the strength of support between him and Draya as they embark on this journey together. Their adaptability and positive attitude suggest a bright future ahead, both personally and professionally. Hopeful sentiments from both Draya and Jalen indicate their readiness to embrace change and thrive in Phoenix.