What happened: One- or two-year deals can grant players with Early Bird or Bird rights an automatic trade veto. Green surrendered that protection while retaining his new contract with Golden State.

Why it matters: The waiver preserves the Warriors’ ability to trade Green without his approval. Damian Lillard’s negotiated no-trade clause is a separate contractual protection.

What to watch: Golden State’s next roster moves will show whether it uses the added flexibility before the 2026-27 season.