Overview

• Kuminga ended a lengthy standoff on Sept. 30 with a two-year pact worth roughly $48.5 million that increases Golden State’s roster flexibility.
• He told Andscape he no longer asks Steve Kerr about his responsibilities, saying he doesn’t have a consistent role and will focus on defense and running the floor.
• Kerr acknowledged Kuminga’s frustration but maintained the 23-year-old can be an important piece due to his size, speed and athleticism.
• Through two preseason games his production has been uneven, and local reports described limited engagement from him during the team’s open practice.
• Trade speculation has intensified in columns and mock deals, including proposals involving Washington’s Corey Kispert and Portland’s Deni Avdija.