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Jonathan Kuminga–Warriors Standoff Nears Oct. 1 Decision as Kings Sign-and-Trade Fades

Insiders now view a Kings sign-and-trade as unlikely, reflecting Golden State’s push to protect 2027 cap flexibility ahead of the qualifying-offer deadline.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 13: Jonathan Kuminga #00 of the Golden State Warriors goes up to shoot and gets fouled by Malik Monk #0 of the Sacramento Kings during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on March 13, 2025 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Golden State Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga (00) dunks the ball against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second quarter of their NBA game at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group)
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Overview

  • Multiple reports say talks with Sacramento have stalled, with local and national insiders describing a Kuminga–Kings deal as unlikely or virtually over.
  • Golden State has resisted taking back Malik Monk due to his $21.5 million player option for 2027-28, aligning with the team’s plan to keep salaries clear after 2026-27.
  • Kuminga faces an Oct. 1 deadline to accept a $7.9 million qualifying offer, which would position him for unrestricted free agency in 2026 and could depress his in-season trade value.
  • He has declined several offers reported by ESPN, with a player option he seeks in a longer deal cited as a key sticking point against the Warriors’ preference for team control.
  • The impasse has paused broader roster moves, with the Warriors at nine players under contract and reported veteran additions expected only after the Kuminga situation is resolved.