Draymond took less money on his first extension because he believed the Warriors would need that money to sign players to become a dynasty.
It worked out because they signed Kevin Durant and have won 3 out of 4 titles, but Draymond says the time for sacrificing is over per ESPN.
With two years and $36 million remaining on his deal, Green is eligible for a three-year, $72 million extension, which would start in 2020-21.
According to league sources, Green will turn the extension down when it’s offered. That’s because if he earns MVP, Defensive Player of the Year or All-NBA Team honors next season, he will be eligible for a super-max contract of five years, $226 million.
Sources say Green is not expected to take a pay cut on the next go-around. Green is not only the glue of the team but also the architect. The time is coming when the Warriors will have to show how appreciative they are of Green’s contributions on and off the court.
“I don’t focus on that because as much as I looked out for the team’s success, that still helps me in a sense of winning a championship and building a legacy that lives on forever,” Green said. “I don’t look at it like it’s their turn to do me right. If I continue to play my game, if I continue to do better, they got to do me right, or somebody else will.
“I did what I did because I wanted to win championships, so that’s paid off so far. Everything else will take care of itself when it’s time.”
Eventually one of the Warriors Big 4 are going to leave. It won’t be Curry he is going to play his whole career there, but between Klay, KD, and Green, someone is going to take the money and go. Nothing will be happening soon, but just something to keep a look out on.