Draymond becomes 3rd Warrior to support NFL player protests
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick started a movement a few weeks ago by sitting during the national anthem in protest of social injustices across America.
Other NFL players have since joined in, as well as athletes from other sports.
Though it is the NBA offseason, some players have chimed in on the matter, with two Golden State Warriors in Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant already publicly backing Kaepernick.
Related: Durant throws support behind Kaepernick
Draymond Green became the third to do so early Monday morning.
The outspoken 6-foot-7 forward watched this video of Miami Dolphins owner Steve Ross supporting his players' call to participate in the protest, and was impressed with his take.
Just watched Mr. Steve Ross interview and that was as about well said as I've seen on this topic. As opposed to criticizing players,
— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) September 12, 2016
he actually supported because of the actual message that is being sent. So many people want to ignore the message and judge the action.
— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) September 12, 2016
I applaud Mr. Ross on what he said today but it comes as no surprise as he created RISE a year ago trying to bring awareness to this issue.
— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) September 12, 2016
I'm Happy the conversation has been started and actions are being taken. https://t.co/w99xH09rnL
— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) September 12, 2016