"Los Angeles Times" reporter Jowan Buha latest report, the Lakers are finally waiting for the opportunity, and general manager Robert Pelinka is trying to trade three parties, exchange Drummond Green and Buddy Hilde from Warriors and Pacers respectively.
Lakers are paying attention to the internal trends of the Warriors, and this unexpected event has the opportunity to become a turning point in Westbrook's trade. "If the Warriors trade Green , the real reason will not be boxing Jordan Poole, but because of money, they are unwilling to renew Green's contract with a high amount." Two agents said in an interview, "Many people underestimate this matter. The Warriors do not want to renew Green's contract. They have accumulated grudges for a long time before the conflict broke out."
Green is looking for a four-year, $150 million contract renewal. The Warriors only gave a 3-year, $60 million offer. The two sides have a huge negotiation gap. It is basically impossible to reach an agreement. Several executives and agents believe that Green wants to leave the Warriors to Lakers . Green is a player under Klutch Sports. He is considering joining the Lakers with LeBron James and Anthony Davis . "After the conflict, Green left the Bay Area to go to Los Angeles, which is an absolutely reasonable choice." Jowan Buha revealed that as we all know, James is commanding Robert Pelinka to seize this opportunity and bring Green to the Lakers.
It is difficult for the Lakers and Warriors to complete the transaction, and only when the Pacers join the negotiations can they meet their respective needs. The specific trading plan is that the Lakers package Westbrook and the first round unprotected draft picks in 2027 or 2029, and exchange them for Buddy Hilder and Green. The Warriors got Myers Turner , and the Pacers got Westbrook and the Lakers' first-round draft pick.
For the Warriors, this deal completely resolves the conflict in the locker room while not losing the center position. Turner can take over Green's position on the defensive end, and average 12.9 points per game on the offensive end, has the ability to shoot three-pointers, and average 4.4 shots per game with 1.5 shots and hits a 34% shooting percentage. From the team's financial perspective, the deal will save the Warriors tens of millions of dollars in luxury taxes next season.
"The Lakers' goal of the 2022-23 season is to compete for the championship. Green can solve the Lakers' defensive problem." Jowan Buha said, "Green was an All-Star player. He knew what it needed to win the championship. He could help James and make Davis more comfortable in the game."
Since the internal conflicts of the Warriors were reported, Lakers' general manager Robert Pelinka once again felt the pressure sent by James and Davis, just like he had asked to trade to come to Westbrook. In the face of this situation, Pelinka had to consider James' requirements. "We know that internal pressure has appeared again, and the James team wants to bring Green to Los Angeles." Jowan Buha continued, "In addition, there is Hilde to open up the offensive space, which is a perfect reinforcement for the Lakers. James will convince Perlinka to complete the three-party transaction."
If the transaction can be successfully reached, the Lakers will also meet Green's requirements and give a contract renewal of about $150 million.
