10 biggest player option decisions of the 2023 NBA offseason

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Biggest player option decisions of the NBA offseason: 3. Draymond Green

It is hard to envision Draymond Green in any uniform other than a Warriors jersey, but no one ever thought Michael Jordan would play for another team until it happened.

While Stephen Curry has been the best player on the court for the Warriors throughout their historic decade-long run, nearly everyone in the Warriors organization will acknowledge Green’s impact on their quest to win four titles in 10 years. Warriors head coach, Steve Kerr, went as far as saying “We don’t have a single championship here without Draymond Green.”

While Green can sometimes be a lot to handle for a coach, team, and organization, it is part of what makes him the player he is. He plays with an edge and competitive spirit that cannot be matched or tamed. But antics aside, Draymond Green is one of the smartest and most impactful players the NBA has to offer.

If he decides to test free agency, he will be heavily pursued by both contending and rebuilding teams. Contending teams will try to convince him that he has an opportunity to compete for more championships while rebuilding teams will throw lucrative contract offers his way to come play for their team and help establish a culture for young players.

Draymond Green certainly has limitations to his game offensively. But defensively, he can guard every position on the floor and make his presence felt. Green averaged 8.5 points to go along with 7.2 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game. His elite defensive traits and all-around game combined with his championship DNA are something every team will covet if he elects to opt out of his $27.5M player option for next season. Turning 34 years old in March, the clock is ticking for Green to secure one last bag.

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