DeMarcus Cousins vs Draymond Green
Two of the most hated villains of the 2010s, side by side. Super-team backlash — and these two wore it loudest.
Draymond Green
“Draymond perfected the art of getting away with dirty plays while maintaining innocence. His 'natural shooting motion' became a meme after countless kicks to opponents' groins. He talks more trash than anyone while hiding behind his teammates' talent. Every screen is a moving screen, every defensive play has an extra push or grab, and somehow he convinced refs he's just 'intense.' He's the ultimate villain because he's genuinely annoying and gets rewarded for it.”
DeMarcus Cousins
“Boogie was one of the most talented big men of his generation but also one of the most temperamental. Led the league in technical fouls multiple seasons and never met a referee he liked.”
The Verdict
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Era Context: 2010s
Super-team backlash. LeBron Decision. KD to Golden State. The decade where joining your rivals made you Public Enemy #1.
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