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Jonathan Kuminga Seeks Primary Scoring Role as Warriors Explore Trade Options

His push for a feature offensive role challenges a Warriors core centered on Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler.

Jonathan Kuminga #00 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on December 30, 2022 in San Francisco, California.
Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves shakes hands with Jonathan Kuminga of the Golden State Warriors after the Timberwolves won Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals at Target Center in Minneapolis on May 14, 2025. 
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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.