Just when it looked like the relationship between Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook had been at least partially mended, Zaza Pachulia had to stumble into the situation.
Saturday, the Warriors and the Thunder tipped-off in a Western Conference showdown that didn't live up to the billing on the scoresheet, but did in the drama department. The Dubs discarded the Thunder, winning by 32 points in a game that turned ugly for OKC in the second half.
But where things really got dicey was in the third quarter when Warriors center Zaza Pachulia seemingly fell on top of Russell Westbrook's knee on purpose. Westbrook didn't hold back following the game, sharing his take on the situation loud and clear, calling Zaza a dirty player. Sunday, Durant came to his Dubs teammate's defence, saying that he believe it was an accident and that Zaza is just "clumsy."
So much for Durant and Westbrook being cool with one another. Judging by Westbrook's reaction to the incident, he likely won't be pleased to hear Durant say that he thinks it was all just one big accident, even if he is just sticking up for his teammate.
