Michigan State Spartans get $3.1 million donation from Warriors' Draymond Green

Golden State forward Draymond Green is sharing some of his wealth with his alma mater after winning an NBA championship in June.

Green, a Michigan State alumnus, donated $3.1 million to the university's athletic department, the school announced Thursday. It's the largest gift in history to MSU by a former athlete.

A new weight room and fitness center in the Breslin Center will bear Green's name.

"Green's gift will continue fundraising efforts led by the Spartan Fund for MSU Athletics' $262 million goal as part of Empower Extraordinary, the campaign for Michigan State," the school said in a release.

Green signed an $82 million contract with the Warriors after they won the title, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals, in his third season with the team.

"Michigan State means everything to me," Green said in a statement. "I grew up in Saginaw and was lucky enough to attend Michigan State University where coach (Tom) Izzo believed in me and gave me the chance to succeed. I wouldn't be the person I am today without my Spartan experience and this donation reflects my deep appreciation to the university.

"This donation isn't just about me. I want more kids to have the opportunities I had thanks to Michigan State and want to use this to stimulate all Spartans to give back to the best university in the world."