Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has been fined $50,000 by the NBA for making an “inappropriate comment” to officials during a playoff game.

Draymond Green has never been afraid to speak his mind. After being issued multiple technical fouls and flagrant fouls this postseason, Green has drawn the ire of the opposition on a nightly basis. Despite Green's controversial style of play on the court,

Draymond Green found himself at the center of attention once again on Wednesday night, both for his performance on the court and for controversy off of it. As the Golden State Warriors faced elimination in Game 5 of their playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves,

The Boston Celtics and New York Knicks matched up in the second round in a marquee series between two of the biggest franchises in the NBA. However, the Knicks

They were knocked out of the second round of the playoffs in five games by the Minnesota Timberwolves, who have been surging of late. While Stephen Curry's hamstring strain, which he suffered in Game 1, was a big factor, the team does have some work to do this offseason in order to become a true title contender next season.

Draymond Green said that the Warriors have to brace for the possibility that Stephen Curry won't be able to return from injury in Game 5.

Green spoke to reporters after the game, and the first order of business for the former Defensive Player of the Year was an apology for his decision not to speak to the media after their Game 3 loss on Saturday.

Green hasn't shied away from speaking his mind, but his brief response might indicate that he's more focused on trying to lead Golden State past Minnesota, especially without the 37-year-old Curry. Warriors coach Steve Kerr said they will give an update on the two-time MVP's status for Game 5 on game day.