Warriors' Draymond Green Reportedly Shut Down Trade Talks
The Golden State Warriors champion, Draymond Green, had his reasons for not wanting the team to make the trade for Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen, valued at $195 million.
Despite Markkanen being an ideal player, with his 7-feet height and ability to stretch the floor, Green reportedly told Mike Dunleavy and Joe Lacob not to trade for him due to the potential cost.
According to ESPN's Anthony Slater, Green's input played a role in the trade not happening, addressing the Warriors' issue of lacking a stretch big over the past few seasons.
Green's concerns were related to what the Warriors would have had to give up in the trade.
Author's summary: Draymond Green influenced the Warriors' decision not to trade for Lauri Markkanen.