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Jonathan Kuminga's Role with Warriors in Question After Playoff Rotation Exclusion

As the Warriors prepare for the play-in tournament, Kuminga's benching highlights rotation challenges and his uncertain future with the team.

Jonathan Kuminga of the Golden State Warriors dribbles the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on March 13, 2025, in San Francisco.
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga sits on the bench in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Chase Center in San Francisco on Sunday, April 13, 2025.
Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler shoots after being fouled by Los Angeles Clippers’ Bogdan Bogdanovic in 4th quarter of Warriors’ 124-119 loss at Chase Center in San Francisco on Sunday, April 13, 2025.
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Overview

  • Jonathan Kuminga did not play in the Warriors’ final regular season game against the Clippers, raising questions about his role in the team’s playoff plans.
  • Head coach Steve Kerr cited spacing issues and the success of lineups featuring Jimmy Butler as reasons for Kuminga’s exclusion from the rotation.
  • Stephen Curry publicly encouraged Kuminga to stay ready, emphasizing the importance of preparation for potential opportunities in the play-in tournament and beyond.
  • The decision to bench Kuminga has fueled speculation about internal tensions and his long-term future with the Warriors, especially as he approaches restricted free agency.
  • The Warriors now turn their focus to the play-in tournament against the Memphis Grizzlies, where Kuminga’s potential involvement remains uncertain amidst the team’s reliance on veteran players.