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The Warriors have been motivated to sign Draymond Green on a new deal.

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Golden State Warriors four-time NBA champion Draymond Green is declining his $27.5 million player option for the 2023-24 season and will enter unrestricted free agency, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.

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Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul shared his thoughts on Green's decision to decline his player option with GSW, expressing optimism about the ongoing dialogue between the two parties.

"We will continue to talk to Golden State and explore all options," Paul told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

It was expected Green would opt out, and now he can talk with Warriors, explore sign-and-trades and free agency. The Warriors have been motivated to sign Green on a new deal, via Wojnarowski.

Still, the 33-year-old veteran is expected to have multiple playoff-contending teams in pursuit.

Having spent his entire 11-year NBA career with the Warriors, Green has been an integral part of the team's success, contributing to their four NBA championships. His leadership, defensive prowess, and playmaking abilities have made him a valuable asset on the court.

Green averaged 9.5 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 7.2 assists over 11 playoff games this past season, while GSW stumbled in the Western Conference semifinals.

Green previously expressed his desire to remain a Warrior for the long term.

"I wanna be a Warrior for the rest of my life," Green said.

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