Particle.news
Download on the App Store
3 ARTICLES
·
1h ago

Warriors Expected to Test Jonathan Kuminga’s Trade Market in January, per Report

His new two-year deal includes a team option that gives suitors flexibility.

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)
Image

Overview

  • Kuminga agreed to a two-year, $48.5 million contract this week, with the second season a team option.
  • NBA reporter Jake Fischer says there is a growing expectation Golden State will gauge offers once he becomes trade-eligible on Jan. 15, ahead of the Feb. 5 deadline.
  • Chicago, Sacramento and Phoenix are cited as teams with interest in acquiring the 22-year-old forward.
  • Earlier talks with the Kings reportedly faltered, with the Warriors unwilling to take back Malik Monk in a sign-and-trade framework.
  • Fischer characterizes the parties’ relationship as strained after the protracted negotiations, with his role under Steve Kerr flagged as a storyline to watch.