Are the GSW falling apart? Green’s words ignite a crisis

The Warriors’ sixth straight road loss hasn’t gone unnoticed – but the real noise isn’t just on the scoreboard. After a heavy 126–102 defeat in Oklahoma City, Draymond Green questioned the team’s competitive soul:

Last year everyone was willing to do whatever it took to win. I don’t see that anymore

Draymond Green

A direct hit to the heart of the group, and perhaps a deeper message than it seems.

From the Butler trade to the current chaos

After Jimmy Butler’s trade in February, Golden State had closed last season with an impressive 23–8 record, regaining chemistry and team spirit. This year, a 5–1 start had fans dreaming again – the machine seemed well-oiled.

Then, a compact schedule filled with road games wore down the veterans and exposed the team’s flaws. Heavy defeats in Denver and OKC only amplified the signs of crisis.

“Everyone has their own agenda”

Green didn’t just criticize the team’s effort; he struck a nerve – individualism.

In this league everyone has their own agenda. But you have to make it work within the team system. If it doesn’t, either you change, or eventually they’ll change you

Draymond Green

Many interpreted this as a message aimed at the younger players, especially Brandin Podziemski and Jonathan Kuminga.

The former drew attention for his bold statements (“I want to be stronger than Curry”), while the latter spent the summer chasing a new deal and a bigger role. Kuminga now leads the team in minutes played but also in costly mistakes – five turnovers against OKC, his fourth game in seven with at least four.

Butler and Kerr call for accountability

Jimmy Butler, the face of last season’s culture shift, called for introspection:

This trip is exactly for that – everyone has to be honest with themselves and with each other

Jimmy Butler

Steve Kerr also acknowledged the mental lapses and turnover issues:

We can’t afford to give away possessions. It’s a matter of focus and mutual trust

Steve Kerr

Curry not at his best: the engine has stalled

Everything in Golden State still revolves around Steph Curry. The mini-crisis began with his drop in performance and a subsequent injury that kept him out for three games. Back against the Thunder, he looked off rhythm – just 4-for-13 from the field, 5 fouls, and the first flagrant of his long career.

Even Stephen Curry admitted he’d fallen into an ego trap:

I got caught up in trying to get myself going. But winning isn’t about who scores – it’s about running, defending, protecting the ball

Steph Curry

The road trip continues in San Antonio, the second stop of a six-game tour. Kerr hinted that Green may rest due to minor injuries, while Curry’s availability remains uncertain.

Still, the mood is far from calm: the sense is that the Warriors are facing not just a technical issue – but an identity crisis.