Green was already involved in several on-court tussles during Game 2 in Houston, prompting Rockets fans to chant obscenities at him. After the game, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr admitted that Green can be an "instigator" on the court but called out fans for their choice language.

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green responds to Jalen Green's comments after their confrontation in Warriors-Rockets.

There were three technical fouls given to each team, plus one flagrant foul on Jalen Green when he struck Draymond Green in the face, during Game 2. There was also a scuffle at midcourt during the fourth quarter, which saw Rockets forward Tari Eason throw a towel at Warriors reserve Pat Spencer.