Draymond Green reveals he considered joining the Memphis Grizzlies in 2023
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 1:02 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Draymond Green disclosed that he nearly signed with the Memphis Grizzlies during his 2023 free agency. The forward entered contract negotiations with the Golden State Warriors while considering a higher-paying offer from the Grizzlies. Green requested that the Golden State Warriors explore a sign-and-trade deal to facilitate the move. Ultimately, the Golden State Warriors adjusted their offer to retain him, leading the player to stay with the organization. This revelation follows several years of public friction between Green and the Memphis Grizzlies, including critical comments he made regarding the team's facilities and city amenities. Green remains under contract with the Golden State Warriors for the upcoming season.
- •Draymond Green explored a move to the Memphis Grizzlies during his 2023 contract negotiations.
- •The Memphis Grizzlies reportedly offered $10 million more than the initial Golden State Warriors proposal.
- •Green requested that the Golden State Warriors initiate sign-and-trade talks with the Memphis Grizzlies.
- •The Golden State Warriors adjusted their offer to retain Green.
- •Green recently signed a $27 million one-season extension with the Golden State Warriors.
- 1:02 PMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green Reveals Warriors Almost Let Him Go to A Team He Has a History of Hostility With
"Draymond Green likes interacting with opponents’ fans to the point that they sometimes become hostile toward him. That has become part of his brand. He himself is not afraid to return the energy and enjoys barking back. One team he famously has a history with is the Memphis Grizzlies. The Golden State Warriors and the [...]
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