Draymond Green signs one-year $27.7M deal with Warriors

Veteran forward Draymond Green has agreed to return to the Golden State Warriors on a one-year, $27.7 million contract, the team announced on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The deal ensures the four-time NBA champion will spend his 15th season with the only franchise he has ever played for.

The agreement comes after Green declined a $27.7 million player option for the 2026-27 season on June 29. That move was widely seen as a strategic decision to provide the Warriors with greater salary cap flexibility, specifically to facilitate a pursuit of free agent LeBron James. Those plans ended when James chose to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers last week, clearing the path for Green's return.

Green had publicly expressed his desire to remain with Golden State, stating in a television appearance in May that he could not picture himself wearing another team's jersey. His new contract, negotiated by Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, is identical to the option he declined.

Green's career with the Warriors, which began when he was selected 35th overall in the 2012 NBA Draft, is decorated with individual and team honors. He has been a cornerstone of the franchise's dynasty, winning four championships,...