Warriors' Draymond Green Rejects Trade Talks for Lauri Markkanen
The Golden State Warriors champion, Draymond Green, reportedly shut down trade talks for Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen, a 7-feet tall player who can stretch the floor.
According to ESPN's Anthony Slater, Green told Warriors' management not to trade for Markkanen due to the high cost of $195 million.
Green played a role in rejecting the trade, citing the team's potential losses in the deal.
- Markkanen's skills would have been ideal for the Warriors, addressing their issue of lacking a stretch big.
- However, Green's concerns about the trade costs led to the decision not to pursue Markkanen.
Author's summary: Draymond Green influenced the Warriors' decision not to trade for Lauri Markkanen.
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