Draymond Green Confronts Pelicans Fan Over 'Angel Reese' Chant, Citing Disrespect

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green confronted a fan courtside during Sunday night's 124-106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans after the fan repeatedly referred to him as WNBA star Angel Reese. Green stated that while it was initially a joke, it became disrespectful, emphasizing, "Can’t keep calling me a woman" given he has four children and another on the way. The fan, Sam Green, claimed Draymond threatened to punch him and used profanity, describing the interaction as "unnerving." Officials and teammates quickly separated the two; Green received no penalty, while the fan was warned. Green finished the game with 8 points and 10 rebounds. Coach Steve Kerr commented that player discussions with fans are acceptable if they don't escalate, noting security could have intervened sooner. Green has a history of fan altercations, including a $25,000 fine in 2022.