Overview

• Jonathan Kuminga was benched for the Warriors’ final regular-season game and play-in victory, with coach Steve Kerr citing ineffective lineup combinations involving Jimmy Butler.
• Kuminga’s isolation-heavy playstyle has clashed with the Warriors’ motion offense, a system where Butler has thrived since his midseason acquisition.
• Entering restricted free agency this summer, Kuminga is unlikely to return to Golden State, with insiders predicting a potential sign-and-trade to the Brooklyn Nets.
• Kuminga’s statistical production declined this season, with reduced minutes, points, and rebounds compared to the previous year, further complicating his role on the team.
• Coach Kerr has emphasized prioritizing lineups that maximize the Warriors’ playoff chances, leaving Kuminga’s development and future in question.