The Golden State Warriors have long been defined by the “Big Three” of Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green. But as the 2025 season reaches a critical juncture, the foundation of that dynasty is crumbling. Following a heated confrontation between Steve Kerr and Draymond Green in Orlando, the consensus among NBA analysts is shifting: Draymond Green may finally be done in a Warriors uniform.

In a recent deep dive by A.M. Hoops, the evidence for a “Draymond Divorce” is becoming impossible to ignore, driven by a combination of declining on-court production and escalating emotional baggage.

The Orlando Incident

The tension boiled over during a recent game against the Orlando Magic. After a “bonehead” turnover and a typical bout of jawing at the referees, Draymond was confronted by Steve Kerr. Kerr’s message was simple: “Settle down, our team needs you.” However, instead of refocusing, Draymond effectively took himself out of the game, walking to the locker room and not returning for the final 20 minutes.

The most telling sign of the times? The Warriors didn’t collapse without him. In fact, they thrived. Steph Curry immediately hit three massive shots to take the lead, and the Dubs cruised to a blowout win. “He abandoned our team,” the analysis notes, pointing out that even a “visibly pissed” Steph Curry seems to have reached his limit with Draymond’s inability to contain himself.

The “Triple Single” Reality

While Draymond’s defensive IQ remains high, his offensive output has plummeted to historic lows. He is currently the only qualified player in the NBA with more personal fouls (80) and turnovers (75) than made field goals (72). For a team struggling to stay above .500, these “triple single” statistics are becoming a liability that no amount of “chemistry” can justify.

With the Warriors ranked as the dead-last offense in the league when Steph Curry is off the floor, the need for a reliable second or third scoring option is desperate. Jimmy Butler, brought in to provide that spark, has looked “passive” in his current cycle, failing to dominate in the minutes Steph rests.

The Path to One Last Ring

The Warriors’ central dilemma is how to maximize the final years of 37-year-old Steph Curry, who continues to break records (recently passing Michael Jordan for most 40-point games after age 30). To do this, the front office must pivot away from the failed “two timelines” strategy and acquire size and high-IQ scoring.

Two major names have surfaced as potential targets: Anthony Davis and Domantas Sabonis.

• The AD Blockbuster: A proposed trade would see the Warriors acquire Anthony Davis and a returning Klay Thompson. In exchange, the Mavericks would receive a package centered around Draymond Green, Jonathan Kuminga, Moses Moody, and three first-round picks. While losing a core member like Draymond is painful, AD provides the elite size and interior defense the Warriors have lacked since their 2022 title run.

• The Sabonis Solution: A “cleaner” deal would bring Domantas Sabonis to the Bay in exchange for Draymond, Kuminga, and two first-round picks. Sabonis, a three-time All-Star, fits perfectly into Kerr’s high-passing offense and provides a younger, more consistent double-double threat.

Biting the Bullet

For the first time in a decade, trading Draymond Green isn’t just a “crazy” talk-radio theory—it’s a salary-matching necessity for any major upgrade. As the Warriors front office looks at their aging core and underwhelming young talent, the choice is becoming clear: hold onto the past and watch Steph’s final years fade away, or trade the “heart and soul” of the dynasty to give their greatest player one last shot at a fifth ring.

As A.M. Hoops concludes, Draymond is “now not good enough to justify the emotional baggage.” Whether it’s to Dallas, Sacramento, or beyond, the era of the original Big Three appears to be reaching its final chapter.