NBA Rumors: Draymond Green could join LeBron James on the Sixers
Philadelphia has brought together the best player of its generation, Jaylen Brown with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. However, they may not have finished their work this summer.
Draymond Green, one of the great symbols of the Golden State Warriors and a four-time NBA champion, could be at the center of one of the most surprising moves of the summer. After spending several weeks trying to persuade LeBron James to join him and Stephen Curry in San Francisco in pursuit of another ring, the star's new destination may have caused a radical shift in his plans.
According to information published by Clutch Points, following LeBron's decision to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, Green is reportedly considering leaving Golden State to join him in Pennsylvania.
A decision that could cost him millions
Green had declined his $27.7 million player option to become a free agent, providing the Warriors with greater flexibility to try and acquire LeBron. The plan was to re-sign with the franchise for a contract close to $28 million once the future of the four-time MVP was resolved.
However, the new scenario has opened the door to a completely different alternative. According to Clutch Points, the veteran power forward is contemplating accepting a significantly lower salary to join the 76ers, where he would share the court with LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Jaylen Brown on a team built to contend for the championship.
A substantial economic sacrifice
The main obstacle would be financial. Philadelphia's salary structure would barely allow offering Green a contract for the minimum wage, a figure similar to what LeBron would have accepted. Additionally, he would also need to assume a backup role, with James, Brown, and Embiid occupying the main positions in the interior game.
The big question is how willing Green would be to give up a substantial part of his income to pursue another NBA title.
Anthony Slater's skepticism
Despite the rumors, not everyone believes this possibility will materialize. ESPN journalist Anthony Slater was asked about the idea of Green accepting a significant pay cut to change teams and responded skeptically.
"Draymond would have to accept the minimum salary. I know Draymond Green, and he much prefers $27.7 million to $3.9 million," Slater stated.
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