Warriors explore trading Moses Moody to pursue LeBron James
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 2:41 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The Golden State Warriors are considering a trade for Moses Moody as a strategy to clear salary cap space for LeBron James in free agency. Trading Moody, who has a contract worth $12.5 million, could allow the Warriors to create approximately $38 million in space, enhancing their ability to make additional signings. This could facilitate an offer to LeBron and also accommodate Draymond Green's potential new contract. Although this strategy could align with the Warriors' interest in signing James, it comes amid challenges with their overall salary limits. The NBA offseason is approaching, intensifying speculation regarding player movements and team strategies.
- •Warriors may trade Moses Moody to increase cap flexibility.
- •Moody's contract is valued at $12.5 million.
- •Clearing cap space is essential for pursuing LeBron James.
- •Trading Moody could also accommodate Draymond Green's contract.
- 2:41 PMYahoo Sports — How Warriors trading Moses Moody could help land LeBron James in free agency
"The salary cap situation isn't ideal for Golden State.
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