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Draymond Green’s Good-Faith Opt-Out Became a One-Year Prove-It Deal

Green declined his $27.7 million option as a “good faith measure” so Golden State could pursue LeBron James and Anthony Davis, Shams Charania reported. Had the Warriors landed LeBron, Green could have received roughly three years and $60 million. After both pursuits failed, he returned on the same one-year salary, creating what Charania called a “prove-it” season.

By Raahib Singh

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Anthony Slater Says Warriors Accept They Are Outside the Title Race

Slater said Golden State is “just fine running back” an aging 37-win core despite understanding it is “not necessarily part of the title conversation.” With only minimum contracts available, the Warriors prioritized flexibility by returning Draymond Green without a no-trade clause. Steve Kerr also told Slater he never believed their pursuit of LeBron James was truly serious.

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about 2 hours ago

Washington Wizards Emerge as New DeMar DeRozan Suitor

Shams Charania reported Washington has recently held conversations with DeRozan, adding another possible landing spot for the six-time All-Star. “One new team over the last several days” has entered the mix, Charania said. He noted the Wizards are “clearly trying to compete” around Anthony Davis, Trae Young and AJ Dybantsa as they explore the veteran scorer.

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about 2 hours ago

Shaquille O’Neal Says Stephen Curry’s Legacy Is Already Complete

O’Neal said Curry’s legacy is “already complete,” arguing the Warriors star dominated during LeBron James’ era and beat him on the biggest stage. “This little light-skinned kid dominated in LeBron’s era,” O’Neal said. He noted Curry owns four championships and belongs in the GOAT conversation, calling him “one of the greatest shooters ever” in basketball history.

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Draymond Green Returns to Warriors After LeBron James Pursuit Falls Short

about 3 hours ago

Draymond Green Returns to Warriors After LeBron James Pursuit Falls Short

Green has agreed to return to Golden State on a one-year, $27.7 million contract, according to Shams Charania. The deal matches the player option he declined, a move designed to give the Warriors flexibility while pursuing LeBron James. With that chase unsuccessful, Green is staying alongside Stephen Curry for another season as Golden State reassesses its championship path.

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about 3 hours ago

Shaquille O’Neal Sees Victor Wembanyama as Thunder’s Biggest Threat

O’Neal argued San Antonio poses Oklahoma City’s toughest matchup because Wembanyama can dominate inside and outside. “Every time they go up against that guy,” he said, “OKC has no answer for him.” With Dylan Harper, Devin Vassell and San Antonio’s guards supporting him, O’Neal said Wembanyama creates a genuine matchup problem for the reigning favorites out West.

By Raahib Singh

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