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In the aftermath of the game, the locker room atmosphere morphed into an uncomfortable silence. Draymond's insubordination was glaring, and while emotions flared during the confrontation, few addressed the elephant in the room. KD's feelings were undeniably hurt; he recognized that Draymond's actions weren’t just a fluke but felt personal. The heated exchange between the two players was emblematic of deeper, brewing issues—especially as Durant dealt internally with questions of commitment and future loyalty to the franchise.