NBA Rumors: Steph Curry would not be happy if the Warriors lose 4x All-Star by not paying him
Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry will reportedly be unhappy if the team does not give Draymond Green a lucrative extension and allows him to walk. The defensive stalwart is reportedly seeking a max contract, but the Warriors are unwilling to give him one.
According to The Athletic's Marcus Thompson and Anthony Slater, Curry does not see Green's future anywhere but with the Warriors. The report also stated that the Finals MVP, who has four years left on his contract, wants Green and Klay Thompson around for the length of his stay.
If the Warriors agree to a max deal for Green, then the forward would earn nearly $140 million over four years.
Green is currently set to bank $26 million for the upcoming season and has a player option for the 2023-24 season worth $27.5 million. He could opt out of his final year and sign a four-year max deal with the Warriors.
Steph Curry would not be happy if the Warriors lost Draymond Green because the team didn’t want to pay him, sources tell @ThompsonScribe and @anthonyVslater.
Curry has a desire for Green and Klay Thompson to be with him for the length of his stay.
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Should the Warriors do what Steph Curry wants and pay Draymond Green?
Draymond Green is invaluable to the Golden State Warriors, and Steph Curry knows it. Green's impact on the game isn't necessarily visible in the final box score, but his quality is evident when watching the Warriors play.
Green is the one who makes them tick on the court. Steph Curry and Klay Thompson get many open shots because of Green's IQ, vision and passing abilities. Green also plays incredible defense.
Draymond Green recorded 5 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists in a half for the 2nd time this postseason.
On the other end, Boston shot 2-7 in the 1st half when Draymond Green was the primary defender, including a combined 0-4 from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown with Green on them. https://t.co/mHdaeOmseR
He can play as a center and a forward, allowing Steve Kerr to go small whenever he wants. He also sets the tone for the team defensively. He has quick hands and incredible footwork, allowing him to maneuver and break up the opposition's plays. Green was arguably the best defender in the league this past season.
He has been a vital part of the Warriors dynasty over the last decade. Steph Curry is the centerpiece of the franchise and if he wants Green to stay, the franchise may just be swayed.