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Warriors coach Don Nelson stormed out and a red-faced, frustrated Monta Ellis couldn't be consoled by teammates. So ended Thursday's practice in New York City.
You may remember Warriors guard Monta Ellis from previous transgressions such as Injuring His Ankle In A Moped Accident and Saying He Can't Play Alongside Stephen Curry. Now, he's getting into arguments with head coach Don Nelson. Just one big happy family there in Oakland.
... Ellis asked, "Coach, why do I get blamed for everything?" Then, the coach and player had this heated dialogue:
Nelson: "What have I ever blamed you for?"
Ellis: "For everything. Everything. People not knowing their plays. I didn't do this. I didn't do that."
Nelson directed a two-handed wave off at Ellis and left the facility. The guard yelled "That's why I won't do it. I just won't do it."
It's unclear exactly what Ellis won't do. Be a leader? Play hard? Show up for practice on time?
Apparently Ellis wasn't the only player not ready for practice in time, but he was the only one to feel the wrath of Nelson. No fines are expected.
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