Hate him or love him, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has one of the highest basketball IQs in the game today. He may have lost a step or two, but his knowledge of the game remains elite. That’s why when he talks about hoops, everybody listens.

When Green divulged that there are only five real contenders in the West, nobody questioned his observation. After all, he’s already won four titles with the Dubs while facilitating both their offense and defense. But what are Draymond’s thoughts about some teams in the East? In a recent episode of his famous podcast, the four-time all-star was critical of the Knicks’ chances of winning it all in 2026.

“The Knicks, I just don’t believe that they’re contenders. I don’t think they have what it takes to win at the highest level. I think

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