Draymond Green apologizes after Barkley jab in NBA feud
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green apologized for comments targeting Charles Barkley's late-career performance with the Houston Rockets. Green clarified his intent on "The Draymond Green Show" after Barkley dismissed the criticism as coming from an inferior player. The exchange followed Barkley's assertion that the Warriors' championship era has ended.
Barkley, on May 6, declared the Warriors' run over due to the age of their core, including Green. Green responded on Wednesday's "Inside the NBA," saying, "I think the goal is just to not look like you in the Houston Rockets uniform." He later explained on his podcast that he referenced Barkley's own regrets about his final two Rockets seasons, denying any intent to disrespect the Hall of Famer.
Barkley joined the Rockets for the 1996-97 season after a trade from the Phoenix Suns and retired in 2000 at age 36. Green turned 36 in March, while teammate Stephen Curry turned 38 months ago. Barkley averaged 22.1 points and 11.7 rebounds over his 16-year career.
Barkley addressed the remarks on Arizona Sports 98.7 FM's "Bickley and Marotta" show and "The Dan Patrick Show," calling Green a good player not on his level and expressing no offense. He reiterated regretting his Rockets years but taking the contract money.
```Draymond Green apologizes after Barkley jab in NBA feud
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green apologized for comments targeting Charles Barkley's late-career performance
