Warriors prepare one-year deal for Draymond Green amid LeBron James uncertainty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 10:23 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
The Golden State Warriors are positioning themselves for the possibility that LeBron James will not join them in free agency. If James signs elsewhere, the team plans to offer Draymond Green a substantial one-year contract worth around $27 million. This strategy follows Green's decision to opt out of his player option, allowing for financial flexibility within the Warriors. It reflects the franchise's ongoing focus on both retaining key players and preparing for the future as they consider options for the post-Steph Curry era. Speculation also surrounds potential trades that could reshape the team's dynamics further.
- •Warriors are not favored to land LeBron James.
- •Draymond Green could receive a one-year, $27 million deal.
- •Green's opt-out was aimed at increasing team flexibility.
- •Warriors are considering post-Steph Curry strategies.
- •Organization maintains a focus on future star acquisitions.
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