After the New York Knicks took Game 1 against the Philadelphia 76ers, the streets of NYC outside of Madison Square Garden were swarmed with celebrating fans, who watched the Knicks destroy their second-round opponent.
The performance was certainly worthy of being celebrated, but the Golden State Warriors star forward Draymond Green believes it was over the top.
On a recent episode of The Draymond Green show, the veteran forward sent Knicks fans a message, encouraging them to settle down.
Draymond Green’s Message To New York Knicks Fans
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors looks on during a break in play against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half at Chase Center on March 25, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kelley L Cox/Getty Images)
âI saw yâall after game 1, yâall had JR [Smith] surrounded, and all this stuff, and Iâm just saying you cannot celebrate these things like this,” Green said.
“I told this to yâall before. You have a parade after you win a second round. How you going to win the Conference Finals we had the parade already? So Iâm just telling yâall Knicks fans, I know that itâs been a rough go and I know itâs taking a while, but donât blow it. Because youâre making about yourself and your tough journey. Iâll tell you a little secret Knicks fans those current players donât give a f*** about your journey before, they donât give a damn that all of those teams before were getting their a**** kicked, those current players it wasnât them they donât give a damn. Stop celebrating. When the game ends, go to a bar, go home, go drink, and do whatever you’re going to do. But stop having these melees and these parades outside of The Garden.”
GettyATLANTA, GEORGIA – MARCH 21: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Atlanta Hawks during the the third quarter at State Farm Arena on March 21, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)
The Knicks have a strong fan base that surely knows how to appreciate wins in the moment. Taking Game 1 of their second-round series against a division rival with a 137-98 score is a major accomplishment.
But to Green’s point, it is early. The Knicks need three more wins just to get to the next round, which isn’t the NBA Finals just yet. Considering the Knicks were in the Eastern Conference Finals last year, they have higher expectations. A round two victory won’t satisfy the supporters enough.
Green has won a lot throughout his career with the Golden State Warriors. He knows that it takes a lot to get to the biggest stage in basketball and fire off four wins in a possible seven-game series. The Knicks still have a long way to go, and the veteran forward urges Knicks fans to stay humble going into Game 2 on Wednesday.
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