Golden State spent the summer evaluating major moves, but eventually chose to stay true to themselves. Draymond Green, never shy about speaking his mind, played a key role in that decision. When Markkanen’s name came up, Green didn’t hold back. The veteran warned the front office not to sacrifice too much young talent and not…
Golden State spent the summer evaluating major moves, but eventually chose to stay true to themselves. Draymond Green, never shy about speaking his mind, played a key role in that decision. When Markkanen’s name came up, Green didn’t hold back.
The veteran warned the front office not to sacrifice too much young talent and not to take Danny Ainge lightly.
Usually you don’t win those negotiations against Danny Ainge – just look at history. I think that if you’re trying to pull off something that big, you’d better be sure it’s the right move
Draymond Green
The price for Markkanen would have been steep, and even Draymond Green could have ended up in a deal that might have jeopardized the team’s long-term stability.
Today, while the Finnish star is dazzling with the Utah Jazz, averaging 30.6 points and shooting nearly 40% from three, Warriors fans can’t help but indulge in a few “what ifs”.
Golden State chose to protect its core, develop its young players, and maintain the flexibility that could make the difference when the season gets tough… and also when, someday far in the future, Stephen Curry decides to hang up his sneakers.
