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Warriors Consider Sign-and-Trade for Jonathan Kuminga as Roster Upgrades Loom

Exploring sign-and-trade talks with Chicago Bulls or Miami Heat, the Warriors aim to bolster their veteran core by targeting players in the $15–30 million salary bracket next season.

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga, left, talks with owner Joe Lacob during a WNBA basketball game between the Golden State Valkyries and the Los Angeles Sparks in San Francisco, Friday, May 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 14: Jonathan Kuminga #00 of the Golden State Warriors handles the ball during the first quarter of Game Five of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center on May 14, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga

Overview

  • Jonathan Kuminga enters restricted free agency with his return to Golden State uncertain as the team weighs matching offers against potential sign-and-trade options.
  • Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat have emerged as the primary suitors in league-sourced discussions about acquiring Kuminga via a sign-and-trade.
  • The Warriors have internally explored packaging guard Moses Moody alongside Kuminga to secure frontcourt reinforcements.
  • Owner Joe Lacob has stated that personal ties will not influence the franchise’s decision on Kuminga’s future.
  • Golden State plans to stay under the second apron by focusing on players earning between $15 million and $30 million to strengthen their title-contending window.