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Warriors discuss trading Draymond Green for Trey Murphy III

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 6:28 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Warriors discuss trading Draymond Green for Trey Murphy III

Summary

Golden State Warriors radio host Mark Willard has proposed a trade involving Draymond Green and two future first-round picks in exchange for New Orleans Pelicans player Trey Murphy III. Green, who has a $27,678,571 player option, is seen as a valuable asset if the Warriors aim to get younger. Meanwhile, Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. reaffirmed the team’s desire to keep Green and Kristaps Porzingis during negotiations. The discussion comes in light of Jimmy Butler's expected absence for the upcoming season due to an ACL injury, potentially affecting team dynamics in the frontcourt.

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•Mark Willard proposes trading Draymond Green and two firsts for Trey Murphy III.
•Green's player option stands at $27,678,571 for next season.
•Warriors aim to keep both Draymond Green and Kristaps Porzingis.
•The trade discussion arises with Jimmy Butler expected to miss the next season.
•Warriors look to get younger while maintaining competitive status.

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6:28 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors Radio Host Proposes Bold Trade Dumping Draymond Green, 2 Firsts For $27,000,000 Wing

What they're saying

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Amid the Golden State Warriors’ reported interest in Trey Murphy III, radio host Mark Willard has proposed a bold trade that would see the franchise move on from Draymond Green. Murphy will earn $27,000,000 in the upcoming season, while Green has a $27,678,571 player option.
— Yahoo Sports

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