Why The Golden State Warriors Do The Deal 

Realistically, this won’t be the Warriors’ preferred course of action. They’ll only move Green if they can’t resolve this issue in-house. 

In that event, this would be a good return for the Warriors. Firstly, they’re getting a player they’re already familiar with. Gary Payton II was valuable in this team’s 2021-22 title run, and they already know how to incorporate his unique skill set into their system. 

On the other hand, Hart should be easy to work into any system. He’s a 3-and-D wing with a nose for rebounds. Hart is a proven enough commodity to find a significant role on this team from day one. 

Of course, neither of these players is a perfect replacement for Green. Realistically, he’s irreplaceable. Green is probably the best defensive player of his generation.

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Still, the Warriors bring two great defenders in at the cost of an elite one here. Hopefully, they’ll be able o make up much of Green’s impact by committee. 

Can the Blazers afford to part with them?