Overview

• Jonathan Kuminga has publicly demanded a consistent, high-usage role and signaled he will explore offer sheets if the Warriors can’t guarantee him expanded responsibilities.
• The Miami Heat have formally expressed interest in pursuing Kuminga via a sign-and-trade, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, viewing him as a potential cornerstone.
• The Sacramento Kings are also monitoring Kuminga’s restricted free agency and preparing possible sign-and-trade discussions to add his athleticism and scoring potential.
• Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. confirmed Kuminga is a main priority but must decide whether to match an outside offer or leverage him in a deal to secure a rim-running big man.
• Draymond Green has urged the front office to build around Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler with complementary role players, underscoring the challenge of fitting a high-usage wing into Golden State’s established rotation.