Draymond Green is linked to a possible Giannis Antetokounmpo trade as the Warriors face a high-risk decision with the NBA trade deadline approaching.
Trading Draymond Green for Giannis: High Risk as Deadline Nears
How Draymond Became Linked to the Giannis Talks
Warriors owner Joe Lacob is looking to shake up the franchise’s future, adding Green to the trade block alongside picks and young talent like Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody. The news may have come as a surprise to the NBA world, but with the Warriors dealing with major injuries and sitting just above .500 at 27-23, tough decisions were inevitable.
For the first time in over a decade, Golden State are willing to consider parting ways with one of their core dynasty cornerstones. Removing this piece risks a lot, but pursuing a transformative star like Antetokounmpo is probably their best move for the future in terms of leadership, experience and versatility.
What a Blockbuster Deal Could Mean for the Warriors’ Future
A potential blockbuster deal for Milwaukee’s two-time MVP, Antetokounmpo, would undoubtedly make a major impact in the Bay. A superstar of his caliber, size and interior scoring ability could immediately address many of the Warriors’ biggest issues. There’s no question the “Greek Freak” has the talent to transform the team. But including Green in the discussion, the glue of the franchise, underscores just how extreme this is.
Green entered the league in 2012, and after many successful seasons alongside Steve Kerr and Stephen Curry, the expectation was that the trio would stay together until the end of their careers. But now the Dub’s championship window is narrowing. Results have taken priority over any long-standing relationships.
According to Antony Slater, Kerr said: “This is probably the first time since I’ve been here that his name has ever really been mentioned in trade talks. So it’s different. But it’s also part of the league.”
