3 trades the Golden State Warriors have to make this offseason

Dec 21, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole (3) drives to the basket against Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (10) and center Nic Claxton (33) during the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic and Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green battle for the rebound during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

Warriors trade No. 2: Draymond Green to the Mavericks

The Warriors will have a massive decision to make this offseason regarding Draymond Green. Should the front office sign the 33-year-old forward to a long-term contract?

Head coach Steve Kerr has been vocal in his desire for Green to return to the team. “If Draymond is not back, we’re not a championship contender,” Kerr said on Tuesday. “We know that. He’s that important to winning and to who we are. I absolutely want him back.”

Regardless, the Warriors are clearly a step behind the league’s top contenders, and re-signing Green would lock the franchise into the same core for the foreseeable future.

The Dallas Mavericks are a logical landing spot for Green. They desperately need frontcourt depth and capable defenders.

Christian Wood seems like a long shot to re-sign with the Mavericks. He is one of the most skilled big men in the league. In 2021-22, he was the only player in the entire NBA to average 17+ points and 10+ rebounds while shooting at least 39 percent from 3. His offensive prowess would immediately raise the Warriors’ ceiling.

In addition, they acquire a 2025 first-round pick swap and 20-year-old point guard Jaden Hardy. The former five-star recruit flashed upside in the G-League, averaging 28.8 points on an efficient 54.6/49.0/88.4 shooting split.

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