Overview
- Steve Kerr said Kuminga has “really, really matured” and noted Jimmy Butler’s guidance as influential in his development.
- Kuminga started the season opener against the Lakers, his first regular-season start since December 15, 2024.
- Through three games, he is averaging career bests of 15.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.0 steals with a 68.6% true shooting percentage.
- Analysts have framed Monday’s game against Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. as a potential statement opportunity rather than a foregone breakthrough.
- His agent publicly pushed for a player option during negotiations, but he signed a team‑option deal, and reports surfaced that Golden State could consider trading him once eligible.