The Draymond Green Show w/Baron Davis: Best Of February: Luka To The Lakers, Jimmy Butler Joins Warriors, Jokic + Westbrook A Perfect Match

Mar 2, 2025

Draymond and Baron dissect the recent blockbuster trade of Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis, analyzing its impact on the Lakers and the future of LeBron. They delve into Golden State's acquisition of Jimmy Butler and Stephen Curry's hopes for one last championship run. The duo also highlights Russell Westbrook's resurgence with the Nuggets and explores the dynamics of star players adapting to new roles. Their engaging banter leaves listeners reflecting on what these changes mean for the NBA landscape as the playoffs approach.

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Curry's Adaptation and NBA Developments

12:10 • 4min

Jimmy Butler: The Playmaker and Scorer

16:37 • 4min

NBA Party Dynamics

20:58 • 7min

NBA Trades and Team Dynamics

27:31 • 23min

Luka's Trade: A Game Changer for the Jazz and Lakers

50:30 • 19min

Trade Drama: Physical Failures and Player Confidence

01:09:05 • 4min

Beyond the Court: Strategies and Insights

01:13:20 • 4min

The Dynamic Duo: Westbrook and Jokic as Game Changers

01:17:16 • 2min

Coaching Consistency and Legacy in Basketball

01:19:27 • 18min

Comparing Legends: LeBron James and Karl Malone

01:37:20 • 3min

Draymond and Baron’s top takes from February!

Draymond Green and Baron Davis react to the Golden State Warriors acquiring Jimmy Butler via a trade with the Miami Heat. Draymond explains how Stephen Curry told him that adding Jimmy would kickstart this Warriors core's "last ride" in pursuit of a fifth NBA championship (2:30).

Draymond shares how Steph Curry informed the Golden State Warriors team of the trade between Anthony Davis and Luka Doncic during a charity event. They point out that while it might bring some quick wins, there are also some big risks that Mavs GM Nico Harrison is taking with this bold move he made with the Los Angeles Lakers (28:30).

They react to the reports that Utah Jazz GM Danny Ainge had no clue he was helping facilitate the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade between the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks until the last minute (58:00).

They break down the shocking Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis NBA trade and what this trade means for LeBron James' future in Los Angeles, what this trade reflects about the modern NBA and the CBA, and how they think Luka and LeBron will mesh under JJ Redick (1:06:30).

They comment on LeBron James posting on social media that he, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves are the Lakers new "Big 3" poised to make noise in the NBA playoffs (1:14:00)

They talk about how Russell Westbrook has made a great comeback this year with the Denver Nuggets after stints with the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers. Baron breaks down why playing with Nikola Jokic is a perfect fit for Westbrook's game (1:26:00).

Finally, they don’t hold back while responding to former Chicago Bulls star Scottie Pippen’s recent comments about winning six NBA championships without Michael Jordan and never having shared a dinner with him. On top of that, they addressed Pippen’s claim of being better than LeBron James (1:34:00).

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