The expectation is that Draymond Green will return to the Warriors after exercising his player option. But there’s still time for a surprise team to swoop in and steal him.
After declining his $27.6 million player option with the Golden State Warriors, four-time NBA champion, Draymond Green, looks to test the free agency market this summer.
Draymond’s fiery, emotional play has solidified him as one of the pillars of the Golden State Warriors dynasty. Last season, Draymond earned All-Defensive second-team honors, which was the eighth time in his career he’s been selected to either First or Second All-Defensive teams.
Needless to say, the Warriors know how valuable Draymond Green is. However, they aren’t alone in thinking that. As free agency approaches, three other teams are interested in Draymond Green. Here are three landing spots for Green you never thought of:
Wild-card landing spots for Draymond Green: 3. San Antonio Spurs
Draymond would play in San Antonio for three reasons: Popovich, Wembanyama, and the opportunity to build something special. Plus, a secret fourth reason… money. He’d go for the money. It’s a business after all, and the Spurs are a young roster with spending power. According to Spotrac, they have $37.4 million in projected cap space. Let’s keep in mind that Draymond recently reposted this ESPN Instagram graphic.
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At 33, Green’s time for a payday is now and he’s clearly all for it. After a career of taking a very comfortable backseat to Steph Curry and Klay Thompson’s contracts, a change of scenery makes a lot of sense for Green. (Get yours Draymond). As far as coaching goes, it’s admittedly hard to get better than Steve Kerr, but Popovich certainly has a competing resume. Unlike the Warriors, the Spurs lack a championship roster. But, could Draymond’s addition be the deciding factor?