HOUSTON – Draymond Green came up short in his bid to win a second Defensive Player of the Year award when results were announced on Thursday afternoon after the Warriors’ Game 2 loss to Houston.

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green sent a message of praise to NBA Defensive Player of the Year winner Evan Mobley. The Golden State Warriors have found their rhythm again, regaining their winning form and playing sharp,

The NBA regular season awards for individual success keep rolling out during the first round of the playoffs. Payton Pritchard captured the Sixth Man of the Year honors earlier this week; Jalen Brunson was named Clutch Player of the Year alongside Evan Mobley,