Overview
- Jonathan Kuminga enters restricted free agency after a mixed 2024–25 season, averaging 15.3 points and stepping up during Curry's playoff absence.
- Head coach Steve Kerr questioned Kuminga's fit with the Warriors' core players, emphasizing the need for complementary, high-energy contributions.
- General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. expressed the team's interest in retaining Kuminga, citing his unique skills as valuable to the roster.
- Speculation grows about a potential sign-and-trade, offer sheet, or Kuminga accepting a qualifying offer to explore unrestricted free agency next year.
- Voices like DeMarcus Cousins have criticized Kerr's handling of young talent, while Curry and Green publicly praised Kuminga's resilience and potential.