Overview
- On the Game Over podcast, Rich Paul dismissed a proposed LeBron James–for–Jimmy Butler swap, saying, “It’s not going to happen.”
- Paul praised Butler as a player who fits any team and said he likes Butler on Golden State, while refusing to entertain hypothetical trade scenarios.
- He said Draymond Green “wrongfully accused” him of blocking past Warriors talks, insisting he has never interfered in such discussions.
- Warriors coach Steve Kerr warned against “giving up the world” for a star, citing examples of teams depleted of picks and stressing organizational caution.
- Reporting highlights cap and apron hurdles, limited trade assets such as a frequently discussed Jonathan Kuminga, and separate but unconfirmed buzz linking Golden State to Anthony Davis.