Marcus Thompson: Warriors could consider trading Draymond Green if season unravels

Thompson said the Warriors could use Green’s expiring deal to acquire assets if the team looks untenable by midseason; this is presented as a conditional, not confirmed, course of action.

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- Green re-signed on a one-year, $27.7M deal for 2026-27.
- Warriors carry large 2026-27 payroll but have notable cap flexibility for 2027-28.
- Thompson framed any trade as contingent on the season’s trajectory.
- Would separate Curry from the longtime defensive/playmaking partner who helped build the dynasty.
- Could be used to acquire draft picks or young players with multi-year control.
- Report emphasizes it as a scenario the front office might consider, not an announced plan.

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