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Draymond Green Calls Out Spurs' Stephon Castle Before NBA Finals Game 2

Draymond Green Calls Out Spurs' Stephon Castle Before NBA Finals Game 2

Summary

Draymond Green criticized Spurs player Stephon Castle for switching defenders too much and not guarding Knicks star Jalen Brunson closely in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Despite allowing Brunson to score 30 points, Castle said he felt the Spurs did a good job defending him.

Key Facts

  • Stephon Castle is the Spurs’ main perimeter defender and guarded Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the Western Conference Finals.
  • In the NBA Finals, Castle is guarding New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson.
  • Brunson scored 30 points in Game 1, including 13 points in the fourth quarter.
  • Draymond Green was disappointed Castle switched defenders often instead of staying close to Brunson.
  • Green praised Castle's past defense on the two-time MVP Gilgeous-Alexander for seven games.
  • Castle said the Spurs defended Brunson well and that some tough shots hurt the score.
  • Game 2 of the NBA Finals is scheduled for Friday at 8:30 p.m. ET.
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