Draymond Green names Ernie Johnson Jr. as his best point guard
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 4:46 AM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green identified broadcaster Ernie Johnson Jr. as the top point guard he has played with during an episode of his show on Wednesday. Green compared Johnson’s command of the "Inside the NBA" set to a floor general organizing an offense, noting his ability to distribute opportunities to fellow panelists. The comment drew a distinction between the basketball skills of Stephen Curry and the leadership traits exhibited by the studio host. This assessment comes as Charles Barkley indicated the long-running show may reach its final season soon. Johnson has served as the studio host for the program since 1990. Green has frequently participated in the show as a guest analyst alongside the veteran panel.
- •Draymond Green cited Ernie Johnson Jr. as his preferred point guard for studio leadership.
- •The remarks appeared on the Wednesday episode of The Draymond Green Show.
- •Charles Barkley stated on a podcast that the upcoming season could be the final year for the current cast.
- •Ernie Johnson Jr. has hosted the Emmy-winning show since 1990.
- 4:46 AMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green Leaves Stephen Curry Out as He Reveals His Surprising Best Point Guard Ever
- 7:55 AMYahoo Sports — ‘The Best Point Guard I’ve Ever Played With’ — Draymond Green Ranks Surprise Name Ahead of Stephen Curry
"The Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has watched Stephen Curry’s incredible journey up close, witnessing how the undersized guard developed into a global superstar and one of the greatest point guards in NBA history. However, despite spending more than a decade playing alongside Curry, Green still believes someone else deserves the title of the [...]
"Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry is widely regarded as the greatest shooter in NBA history and one of the finest point guards the game has ever seen. Draymond Green has had a front-row seat to Curry’s incredible legacy throughout his career, sharing the court with him while helping the Warriors win four NBA championships.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 4:46 AMDraymond Green Leaves Stephen Curry Out as He Reveals His Surprising Best Point Guard Ever
The Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has watched Stephen Curry’s incredible journey up close, witnessing how the undersized guard developed into a global superstar and one of the greatest point guards in NBA history. However, despite spending more than a decade playing alongside Curry, Green still believes someone else deserves the title of the [...]
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 7:55 AM‘The Best Point Guard I’ve Ever Played With’ — Draymond Green Ranks Surprise Name Ahead of Stephen Curry
Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry is widely regarded as the greatest shooter in NBA history and one of the finest point guards the game has ever seen. Draymond Green has had a front-row seat to Curry’s incredible legacy throughout his career, sharing the court with him while helping the Warriors win four NBA championships.
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