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Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors had two teams on his radar at the trade deadline amid Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks.

After taking some time to think about the future, Steve Kerr has ultimately decided to return to the Golden State Warriors.

On Saturday night, ESPN reported that Kerr is returning to the organization on a new two-year deal. While that guarantees the Steph Curry era with the Warriors will continue, the Warriors still have a major question mark surrounding Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler.

The latter player is currently in the midst of recovering from a torn ACL. The Warriors will have to solve the Green concern before anything.

Steve Kerr’s Return — What Does It Mean For Draymond Green?

GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors looks on during a break in play against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half at Chase Center on March 25, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kelley L Cox/Getty Images)

The early indicators signal a higher chance of returning to the Warriors than moving on.

According to ESPN’s Anthony Slater, sources from within the Warriors’ organization have suggested that a long-term extension isn’t off the table. Those discussions will be waiting for June and July, when the markets are opening up.

GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 05: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors and Draymond Green #23 celebrate Curry’s three point basket and foul against the Sacramento Kings in the second quarter at Chase Center on January 05, 2025 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)

In the meantime, Green can think about what he wants. The veteran forward has until June 29 to decide whether he wants to pick up or decline his $27.6 million player option for his age-36 season.

While Green has the power to take on that guaranteed salary number for next year, the Warriors still have options. For now, Golden State doesn’t have intentions of shopping Green or convincing him to decline his option.

“On the court, they still view him as an additive winner with an elite defensive skill set that plays up when the stakes rise,” Slater reports. “Off the court, the organization felt he had a positive season as a leader, while his acumen and voice essentially make him another assistant coach.”

GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 04: Stephen Curry #30 is congratulated by Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors after making on Mark Williams #15 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half at Chase Center on November 04, 2025 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

The 2026-2025 NBA season will serve as the 15th year for Green.

In 2025-2026, Green appeared in 68 games. The veteran forward made 41.8% of his shots from the field and hit on 32.6% of his threes, averaging 8.4 points per game. He also averaged 5.5 assists and 5.5 rebounds.