What is the latest Golden State Warriors trade news today? Taking a closer look

The Golden State Warriors continue to be a hot topic in the NBA rumor mill. Draymond Green’s decision to decline his player option has only made the Dubs even more prominent in recent news.

The Bay Area team is facing some uncertainty as they try to prepare for next season. Mike Dunleavy Jr., the new general manager replacing Bob Myers, will not be eased into his job with the way things are going.

Dunleavy Jr. has been and will be at the center of almost everything involving the Golden State Warriors in the offseason.

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Draymond Green could be angling for a new contract that is co-terminus with Steph Curry’s deal with the Golden State Warriors

Draymond Green shocked Golden State Warriors fans when he opted out of his final year with the Dubs. He is already an unrestricted free agent who could sign for any team he wants to play for.

NBA insider Jason Dumas has this to report about Green’s move to test free agency:

“I’ve been told Draymond is seeking a contract that lines up with Steph’s in terms of length.”

Steph Curry, Draymond Green’s longtime teammate, doesn’t have a player option in his contract. He will become an unrestricted free agent after the 2025-26 season.

The two-time MVP has also reportedly told the front office that he wants the team's core to return for at least one more season. Curry believes, as does coach Steve Kerr, that they still have a championship DNA and could challenge for the title with the right pieces around them.

Mike Dunleavy Jr. had this to say about the Green situation:

“We really want Draymond back. What he means to this organization, this team, in terms of trying to win at the highest level. We feel like we have to have him.”

Without the former Defensive Player of the Year winner, the Golden State Warriors’ estimated luxury tax bill is already roughly a staggering $66.6 million. The Dubs could offer Draymond Green within the ballpark of $75 million for three years.

It will be stunning if Green doesn’t return to play for the Golden State Warriors in the next couple of seasons.

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The Indiana Pacers are reportedly interested in trading for Jonathan Kuminga

The Indiana Pacers own the seventh, 26th, 29th, 32nd and 55th picks of the 2023 NBA Draft. They are reportedly looking to add an emerging forward who could bolster their roster their season by using some of the said picks.

Rafael Barlowe of the “New on NBA Big Board” had this to say:

“Indiana has been linked to Golden State forward Jonathan Kuminga and could look to strike a deal for the former No. 7 pick, who fell out of the Warriors’ rotation in the postseason.

“The Warriors don't need or want another young player who needs minutes to develop. I see them moving Kuminga for a veteran that can play in the frontcourt because there aren't many minutes from 1 to 3.

“Myles Turner is the name that makes the most sense, but I don't know how they'd get that deal done.”

Assuming the Golden State Warriors will prioritize and eventually re-sign Draymond Green, Myles Turner for Jonathan Kuminga will not happen. Turner is earning $20 million per season, which will only cause the Warriors’ payroll to skyrocket.

When forced to pick one, Mike Dunleavy Jr. may not hesitate to go with Green over Turner.

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