Why Is This Recent Golden State Warriors Player Still A Free Agent?

Originally posted on Fastbreak on FanNation
By Ben Stinar | Last updated 10/26/23

On Tuesday evening, the 2023-24 regular season began, and the Golden State Warriors played their first game against the Phoenix Suns (at home in San Francisco).

The game was close, but the Suns won 108-104 (without Bradley Beal, who was out due to injury).

Last year, JaMychal Green played a key role off the bench for the Warriors, but they did not bring him back, and he still remains available to be signed by any team in the league on October 26.

Considering Green played a solid role, it's surprising that the Warriors (or any other team) have yet to sign him.

Over 57 regular season games (one start), he averaged 6.4 points and 3.6 rebounds per contest while shooting 54.0% from the field and 37.8% from the three-point range.

"I've known JaMychal since I was 16, 17 years old. I've been competing against him, and he's a dog, always has been a dog... Every time his number is called, he's ready."

Draymond Green on JaMychal Green pic.twitter.com/2vdus0BA7k
— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) May 5, 2023

Green also appeared in seven NBA playoff games (two starts) and had 15 points on 3/6 shooting from the three-point range in Game 2 of the second round against the Los Angeles Lakers.

JaMychal Green in the starting role tonight:

15 pts
3/6 3PT
+5

Big time adjustment from the 9-time NBA champion…Steve Kerr. pic.twitter.com/g256XSM2Qm
— Guru (@DrGuru_) May 5, 2023

In addition to the Warriors, Green has also spent time with the Memphis Grizzlies, Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Clippers and San Antonio Spurs.

His career averages are 7.7 points and 5.5 rebounds per contest while shooting 47.7% from the field and 36.8% from the three-point range in 544 regular season games (he has also appeared in 56 NBA playoff games).

Since Green is a reliable veteran, he will be a name to watch, as he could be a significant addition to many teams around the league this season.

This article first appeared on Fastbreak on FanNation and was syndicated with permission.

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