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Draymond Green is still the heart and soul of the Warriors after all these years

Whatever might be said about Draymond, the numbers bear out his importance to this team.

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As the Golden State Warriors have attempted to find their footing, having scrawled out a 10-9 record through the first month of the season, the viability of their veteran core has been under severe scrutiny from both fans and the national media.

Yet, apart from the starpower of Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, it is clear that Draymond Green, insofar as he provides a staunch defensive presence on the interior, still has a majorly important role to play in this team's success.