“How did you feel when Draymond punched you?” - New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Poole stunned as young fan brings up moment that changed his Warriors run

Jordan Poole, now a guard for the New Orleans Pelicans, recently spent some time talking to a group of young basketball fans. It was meant to be a fun session, with kids asking questions about his journey in the NBA. But one question from a young fan caught him completely off guard and reminded him of a difficult moment from his time with the Golden State Warriors.

The moment reminded everyone that even professional players have moments in their careers that stay with them, and for Poole, this involved a well-known incident with former teammate Draymond Green. What started as a simple meetup with kids turned into a conversation about one of the most talked-about moments in recent NBA history.

Kid’s unexpected question forces Jordan Poole to revisit Draymond Green punch moment

Recently, Jordan Poole visited a group of young fans to answer questions and share his experiences. He expected questions about basketball and his favorite players. But one curious young fan surprised him by asking about the infamous punch from Draymond Green:

“How did you feel when Draymond punched you?”


The unexpected question clearly caught him off guard, but he handled it calmly, without getting defensive, saying, “It’s tough, bro”, before the clip cut.

Jordan Poole admitted it was a tough moment, showing maturity and growth as a player. Instead of avoiding the topic, he acknowledged the past and used it as a learning experience. The incident highlighted that even NBA players face challenges, and also how young children’s curiosity can spark conversations that adults sometimes try to avoid.

How one practice altercation between Jordan Poole and Draymond Green changed the Warriors’ season?

Back in October 2022, during a Warriors practice, tensions between Jordan Poole and Draymond Green were growing. An argument between the two escalated, and Green ended up punching Poole. This happened just a few months after the Warriors had won the 2022 NBA championship, and the incident created tension in a locker room that had been very united.

The exact reason behind the punch was never officially confirmed, but it was clear that harsh words were exchanged. The event affected the team’s chemistry, and many believe it played a part in the Warriors' failure to win the championship title the following season. After the 2022–23 season, Poole was traded to the Washington Wizards, and Green later admitted:

“You can’t call a man the b-word and push him and not get hit either,” so that was part of it”, indicating that the incident was one of his biggest mistakes.


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