“Personally, the Knicks, I just don’t believe that they’re contenders,” Green said. “I don’t think they have what it takes to win at the highest level. I think you can stifle their offense and make it hard on them.”​ Green also had harsh words for the Knicks’ defense.

Memphis has suspended Ja Morant for its game against the Toronto Raptors, citing conduct detrimental to the team. Morant scored only eight points in Memphis’ loss to the Los Angeles Lakers