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Draymond Green will give up No. 23 for LeBron James with Warriors

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 12:04 PM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Draymond Green will give up No. 23 for LeBron James with Warriors

Summary

Draymond Green stated he would change his jersey number to No. 5 if LeBron James signs with the Golden State Warriors and opts for No. 23. Green, who has worn No. 23 for 14 seasons with the Warriors, made the remark during a discussion on Threads. James' possible addition to the Warriors raises questions about jersey assignments, considering No. 6 is also available. Eleven players have famously worn No. 23 for Golden State; James could be next if he joins. Discussions around the team’s potential roster changes continue as free agency approaches this summer.

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By the Numbers

•Draymond Green has worn No. 23 for 14 seasons.
•Green indicated he would switch to No. 5.
•LeBron James could join the Warriors this summer.
•No. 6, worn by James, is also available with Warriors.
•Eleven players have previously worn No. 23 for Golden State.

Latest Updates

5:09 AMYahoo Sports — “Won’t Be Tolerating”: Draymond Green Fires Back After Backlash Over His Proposed Role if LeBron James Joins the Warriors
12:04 PMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green says he's give up No. 23 jersey number if LeBron James comes to Warriors

What they're saying

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Draymond Green has taken significant steps to bring free agent LeBron James to the Bay Area. It involves giving up his number 23 jersey, declining his player option, and even a “crazy” pitch, so Bron joins the Warriors.
— Yahoo Sports