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Draymond Green will remain with the Golden State Warriors after agreeing to a one-year, $27.7 million contract, ending speculation about his future following the start of free agency.
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Green’s new deal comes after he declined his $27.6 million player option earlier this offseason, a move that gave Golden State additional financial flexibility while it explored the possibility of signing LeBron James. Once James committed to the Philadelphia 76ers, the Warriors turned their attention to bringing back one of the franchise’s longest-serving stars.
The contract reportedly does not include a no-trade clause.
Green is set to enter his 15th NBA season, extending one of the league’s longest active tenures with a single franchise. Only teammate Stephen Curry has spent more consecutive seasons with the same team among active NBA players.
The four-time NBA champion has been a cornerstone of the Golden State Warriors’ dynasty since the Warriors selected him in the second round of the 2012 NBA Draft. Along with Stephen Curry and head coach Steve Kerr, Green remains one of the last key figures from the Warriors’ championship-winning era.
While his offensive production has declined with age, Green continues to play a vital role as the team’s defensive leader and emotional anchor. Last season, he averaged 8.4 points, 5.5 rebounds and 5.5 assists while starting all 68 games he appeared in.
Trade Rumors Didn’t End Green’s Warriors Tenure
Green’s future in Golden State appeared uncertain around last season’s trade deadline when the Warriors reportedly included him in discussions involving Giannis Antetokounmpo.
The veteran later admitted the speculation was difficult to ignore but acknowledged the realities of the NBA business.
Ultimately, the Warriors never completed a deal for Antetokounmpo and did not revisit those discussions this offseason, paving the way for Green’s return.
With Green back under contract, Golden State retains another key veteran as it looks to remain competitive in the Western Conference. The 36-year-old has also indicated he would be willing to accept a reduced role if head coach Steve Kerr believes it would benefit the team, underscoring his commitment to helping the Warriors pursue another championship.
