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Draymond Green Weighs Future with the Warriors Amid Desire to Retire as a Warrior
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Core Event: Green’s Plans for the 2026-27 Season
Four-time NBA champion Draymond Green said he intends to keep playing next season, even if it means leaving Golden State. He framed the upcoming year as a potential final chapter with the Warriors but emphasized that he would not retire if the team moves on without him.
Background & Context: Tenure, Recent Performance, and Team Outlook
Green was drafted by Golden State in 2012 and has spent all 14 seasons of his career with the franchise. He signed a one-year contract in July and entered the 2025-26 season after the Warriors posted a 37-45 record and missed the playoffs. Last season, Green averaged 8.4 points, 5.5 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game while adapting to head coach Steve Kerr’s faster, more spaced offensive scheme.
Official Statements & Responses
Green explained that he understands the Warriors will weigh business considerations when deciding his future and expressed gratitude for his journey with the team. He noted that, unlike teammate Stephen Curry, he does not possess the same contractual luxury, but he remains “extremely grateful” for the experience. Curry, who recently signed a two-year, $116 million extension through the 2028-29 season, reiterated his own desire to remain a “lifer” with Golden State. Both players conveyed a shared commitment to the franchise while acknowledging the business realities that could affect roster decisions.