Draymond Green Explains Why No-Trade Clause Wasn't Worth 'Fighting Over' in New Warriors Contract

Draymond Green explained why he didn't push for the inclusion of a no-trade clause in his new contract with the Golden State Warriors.

"It was reported that I did not receive a no-trade clause," Green said during Tuesday's episode of The Draymond Green Show (h/t Nick Avila of NBC Sports Bay Area). "No, I didn't. I think it was something that we could have fought over, but it wasn't worth fighting over. I think if the Warriors want to trade me at some point in the season, they want to trade me. I've never been a guy who wants to stay somewhere where I'm not wanted."

On June 29, Green opted out of his $27.7 million player option for the 2026-27 season to help give the Warriors more financial flexibility to pursue LeBron James in free agency.

After James eventually chose to join the Philadelphia 76ers, Golden State signed Green to a one-year deal worth $27.7 million that matched the value of his player option.

ESPN's Anthony Slater reported that the 36-year-old waived his implicit no-trade clause and received a 15 percent trade kicker, giving him a bonus if he experiences a change of scenery despite the Warriors having "no intention" of moving him.

Green was previously part of Golden State's offer for two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of last season's trade deadline, although a deal never materialized (via Slater).

Now, Green is preparing for his 15th season with the Warriors.

The four-time All-Star averaged 8.4 points, 5.5 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game while shooting 41.8 percent from the field and 32.6 percent from three-point territory during his 2025-26 campaign.