Overview
- Jonathan Kuminga becomes trade-eligible on January 15 after spending the past three weeks as a healthy scratch, with no game action since December 18.
- Steve Kerr said starting Kuminga alongside Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green strained spacing and exposed lineup weaknesses, prompting a shift in the rotation.
- The Sacramento Kings are viewed as the lead suitor but have pulled a previously discussed first-round pick, and any workable deal may require a third team given Golden State’s reluctance to take on certain salaries.
- League reporting indicates the Warriors have canvassed the market with little traction and would keep Kuminga past the February 5 deadline if no appealing offer emerges.
- Executives see Kuminga’s value sliding as his DNPs mount, and Isiah Thomas publicly urged veteran teammates to advocate for him if they believe he can help.