Overview
- Golden State beat Indiana 114-83, while Jonathan Kuminga finished 1-of-9 from the field with five points.
- Jimmy Butler invited Kuminga to dinner and told him to avoid highs and lows, urging steady work and confidence.
- Butler encouraged continued aggression on offense and highlighted defense and rebounding as meaningful contributions.
- Kuminga grabbed eight rebounds against the Pacers as Butler reiterated that off nights should not shake his role or belief.
- Reports this season note Kuminga’s expanded responsibility without Stephen Curry and career-best peripheral numbers, including improved rebounding, playmaking, and shooting accuracy.