NBA Trade Rumors: Draymond Green Blocked Warriors' Move
Draymond Green may have been responsible for Lauri Markkanen not joining the Golden State Warriors at the 2025 NBA trade deadline.
The Warriors instead acquired Jimmy Butler for a first-round pick in 2025 and Andrew Wiggins.
This decision may have been wise, as the Warriors retained their depth and future picks, which could be used for internal development or to acquire a bigger player, such as Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Steph Curry was on board with not mortgaging the franchise's future for the final chapter of his Warriors and potentially NBA career.
The Warriors' young players remained with the team, and the franchise can use their future picks for development or a bigger move.
Author's summary: Draymond Green influenced the Warriors' decision.