Golden State doesn't want to begin its title defense in this manner.
According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Warriors are considering disciplining Draymond Green for his role in a brawl with teammate Jordan Poole.
According to the allegation, Green "forcefully hit Poole" after a "heated conversation" at Warriors practice on Wednesday became more intense.
The two athletes shoved and pushed each other until Green struck Poole in the chest.
According to the article, the Warriors suspended practice following the confrontation and are considering punishing Green for the rising tension.
What kind of punishment Green may get is unclear. Neither athlete was reported to have been hurt during the confrontation.