Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green gave a wide-ranging look at the team’s upcoming offseason during the latest episode of The Draymond Green Show, joined by former NBA All-Star Baron Davis.
Green acknowledged the improvement of the Warriors’ younger players, but admitted not all may return for the 2025–26 season.
“When I look at our young guys, they all show promise… but just off sheer numbers and the way this business works, probably not all will be back,” Green said.
He cited players like Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody, Jonathan Kuminga, Trayce Jackson-Davis, Gui Santos, and Quentin Post as having made visible progress through their work ethic.
Still, the 35-year-old emphasized the financial reality facing the organization, especially with Kuminga becoming extension-eligible.
“You’re going to have to evaluate Jonathan Kuminga… it’s a huge financial commitment,” Green explained. “That has to look different for him, first and foremost.”
He praised Kuminga’s response during exit interviews, referencing the forward’s comment that he was open to discussions and appreciated Steve Kerr’s role in his growth.
“I love the way he handled it… that was such a responsible, great, well-thought answer,” Green added. “He will get paid here, or he will get paid somewhere else.”
When asked by Davis about the team’s championship outlook, Green reaffirmed his belief in the core.
“I personally believe wholeheartedly… we will be right there next year giving ourselves a shot,” he said.
He also expressed optimism about a full regular season without playing catch-up, citing the strain of having “been in the playoffs since February.”
Green, Stephen Curry, and Jimmy Butler will reportedly be involved in key offseason discussions.
“You just got to have a conversation… what can be seen from the stands or from some numbers — it ain’t always what it seems,” he said, referring to potential roster additions.
Davis suggested the Warriors need more dynamic athleticism and a wildcard scorer — someone in the mold of Lou Williams or a young Pascal Siakam — to complement their elite core.
Green agreed that the team needs to fill out the roster more strategically, particularly with versatile athletes who can rebound, defend, and ease the burden during the regular season.
“We’ll be in the weeds… trying to make it all make sense,” Green said. “The goals will be the goals — trying to win a championship. I stand on that 100%.”
