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Kuminga Debuts in Preseason as Warriors’ Team-Option Deal Points to January Trade Window

A tense summer left a flexible contract structure that keeps Golden State’s options open.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 10: Jonathan Kuminga #00 of the Golden State Warriors dunks the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter in Game Three of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Chase Center on May 10, 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
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Golden State Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga (1) stands on the court during the national anthem before their preseason NBA game at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group)

Overview

  • Jonathan Kuminga is back on the floor with Golden State after signing a two-year contract that includes a team option and a 15% trade kicker.
  • League reporting indicates the Warriors are expected to gauge trade interest once he becomes eligible to be dealt on Jan. 15 ahead of the Feb. 5 deadline.
  • The Bulls, Kings and Suns have been identified as interested suitors, with Sacramento previously explored in sign-and-trade talks.
  • Kuminga’s preseason debut featured 14:44 of action with six points, six rebounds and four assists, drawing praise from Steve Kerr for improved playmaking.
  • Negotiations were described as strained through the offseason, and the deal’s structure has been characterized as adjustable with potential for renegotiation next summer.