Overview
- Kuminga has declared he wants to be a team’s go-to scorer and is targeting multiple All-Star selections, saying he’ll consider leaving Golden State if he can’t get a consistent featured role.
- Steve Kerr and the Warriors coaching staff view Kuminga as a versatile supplementary player in the mold of Shawn Marion, prioritizing defense, rebounding and hustle over high usage.
- League sources report the Miami Heat have genuine interest in acquiring Kuminga, with sign-and-trade discussions emerging as the draft approaches.
- As a restricted free agent, Golden State holds the right of first refusal on any offer sheet he signs, complicating potential trades or contract agreements.
- Kuminga has spent his offseason in Cleveland training twice daily to sharpen his ball handling, shooting consistency and overall offensive arsenal.