Overview
- Kuminga submitted his trade request on Jan. 15, the first day he was eligible to be moved, and he has not played since Dec. 18.
- ESPN reporting characterizes his relationship with Steve Kerr as fractured, The Athletic relayed internal doubts about a reported back injury, and Kerr said publicly their relationship is fine.
- League insiders say the Warriors prefer to take back expiring contracts and are declining long-term salary unless it is clear positive value.
- The Kings have pursued Kuminga and the Mavericks have shown exploratory interest, with Brian Windhorst noting muted league-wide demand.
- Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler said the situation is not a distraction and voiced support for Kuminga as the clock ticks toward the deadline.