Lillard 'can't stand' Draymond on court, but likes his community involvement
Many players hate going up against Draymond Green due to his ability to get under their skin with his lockdown defense, trash-talking, and leg-flailing.
Damian Lillard counts himself in that group, admitting he can't stand the Golden State Warriors forward on the court. Off the hardwood, though, is another story.
The Portland Trail Blazers star shared an Instagram photo of him with Green, whom he praised for dedicating hours to taking photos and signing autographs for fans Saturday at the fifth annual Damian Lillard Brookfield Picnic.
Lillard, who hails from Oakland, hasn't been shy about his disdain for the Dubs. He previously said he's obsessed with the pursuit of taking down the Warriors, and predicted his Blazers would beat them in six games last postseason. However, Golden State proceeded to sweep Portland in the opening round.
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Nevertheless, it's refreshing to see Lillard and Green put their on-court differences aside to do some good in the community.
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