Warriors eye potential trade for Kevin Durant after missing on LeBron James
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 5:01 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The Golden State Warriors are considering a trade for Kevin Durant following their unsuccessful pursuit of LeBron James. With James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers, the Warriors have limited options in free agency and are exploring the trade market. Durant, currently with the Houston Rockets on a two-year, $90 million contract, has previously vetoed a potential trade to the Warriors. However, analysts suggest the team still has resources to make a trade, as they control their first-round picks. Draymond Green is expected to re-sign with Golden State, potentially stabilizing the current roster as they navigate these changes.
- •Warriors missed on LeBron James, signing with the 76ers.
- •Kevin Durant is viewed as a potential trade target.
- •Durant previously declined a trade to the Warriors.
- •Draymond Green is expected to re-sign with Golden State.
- •Warriors control their future first-round picks.
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