Michael Nyarko
The Toronto Raptors’ remarkable championship run in 2019 is a standout moment, particularly in an era dominated by powerhouse teams.
Amid the prevalence of dynasties and star-studded lineups, the success of Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green leading the Raptors to victory remains memorable to both fans and players.
Green’s journey through various teams in recent years includes winning three championships as a sharpshooting 3-point specialist with the San Antonio Spurs, Los Angeles Lakers, and his triumph with the Raptors. His Toronto championship ring holds significant sentimental value.
During an appearance on the “Gil’s Arena” show, Green mentioned that he would likely consider pawning his Lakers bubble ring before parting with his Raptors or Spurs ring due to its higher potential value. He also highlighted his Raptors ring as the most impressive and largest of the three he possesses.
“Now, obviously, Canadians are special, man,” he said. “They treat you unbelievably. So it would be between those two. But I’ll probably keep the Toronto one and sell the L.A. one. Because I’ll get the most for the L.A. one, and the Toronto one I think, I wouldn’t say I like the most, but I think it’s, I wouldn’t say more meaningful but like, you know.”
If @DGreen_14 had to part with one of his three championship rings, which one would he let go of? 🤣 @KingJosiah54 asking the tough questions as always. (🎥: @fubosports)
pic.twitter.com/LvexaLd2X1— NBArepublic.com (@nba_republic) August 27, 2023
While financial considerations may play a role, Green’s attachment to his Raptors ring is apparent, and he holds a deep appreciation for Canadian fans and their impact on his career.
The Raptors’ championship ring holds a special place for one of the NBA’s notable winners in recent times.
Averaging 10.3 points per game and boasting an impressive 45.5% accuracy from beyond the arc, Green made a significant impact during his time with the Raptors.
Although his tenure was limited to one season before joining the Lakers, Green left his mark with several significant moments that contributed to the Raptors’ success.
Green’s wait for his Raptors championship ring became well-known, attributed to both the COVID-19 pandemic and his preference for receiving it in a packed Scotiabank Arena.
His sharpshooting played a crucial role in maintaining Toronto’s consistency throughout the regular season and their ability to perform well in the postseason.
Danny Green finally gets his championship ring from the Raptors 💍🤩 pic.twitter.com/KxU6Kbtphp
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) April 7, 2022
While Green’s time with Toronto was relatively short, his standout performance during his single season in Canada endeared him to fans and solidified his status as a beloved figure.
His contributions also earned him the distinction of being among the exclusive group who can proudly say they were part of the only NBA championship-winning team in Canadian history.