Tensions are very present in these NBA Finals, with the Warriors having to manage some animosity on the side of Boston. The franchise is debating with its fans, who do not hesitate to lash out at opposing players, to destabilize them. The problem is that the staff is also concerned, to the point that some are quite worried.
If the calm is rather present on the floor between Boston and Golden State, it is something else on the side of the spectators. Those of the Celtics have been heavily criticized for a few days, the fault of their treatment in Game 3, with many insults and mockery aimed at opposing players. Draymond Green was heavily targeted, to the point that even his wife had to react to defend him on social networks.
The Warriors heavily targeted by opposing fans!
It’s not the best atmosphere in the world, clearly, and it’s not likely to get any better in the future. We’ll see for Game 4, but let’s say that the Dubs are still expecting a very hostile reception. What raise questions with the NBA, especially when we learn that the staff of Golden State is not spared by this treatment. Two people gave insight into life in Boston, as a Warrior.
I’ve chatted with multiple Warriors staffers (who work in various diff roles in the org) and their experience here in Boston has been crazy.
One told me “I had to take off my Dubs shirt Wed morning because I kept getting cursed out.”
Another: “I’ve been flipped off 17 times.”
— Jason Dumas (@JDumasReports) June 9, 2022
“I’ve talked to a few people on the Warriors staff (who work in different roles for the organization), and their experience here in Boston is absolutely insane. »
One person explained that she “had to change her Dubs t-shirt on Wednesday morning because she was being insulted. Another: “They gave me 17 middle fingers. »
No, the Warriors aren’t exactly welcome on the Boston side, but be careful not to cross a few lines. However, these criticisms amuse Internet users, who recall that Draymond Green was not above reproach against the Grizzlies:
Warriors seemed fine with the middle finger before pic.twitter.com/dRYDQdSeKl
— Anonymous MD (@Med4th) June 9, 2022
The Warriors had no problem with the middle fingers before
With a largely hostile reception from Boston, the Warriors must manage as best they can. Not easy, even in the playoffs, to manage such pressure, especially when you are a simple member of the staff. Let’s hope for an improvement in the next few days, and above all that the limits are not crossed.