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Warriors–Kuminga Standoff Intensifies as Jimmy Butler Seeks Answers

The impasse hinges on Golden State insisting on a team option in Year 3 of a three-year, $75.2 million offer.

Jonathan Kuminga #00 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Sacramento Kings during the third quarter of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on March 13, 2025 in San Francisco, California.
Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves shakes hands with Jonathan Kuminga of the Golden State Warriors after winning Game 5 of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Target Center on May 14, 2025, in Minneapolis.
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 20: Jonathan Kuminga #00 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles the ball up court against the Toronto Raptors during the first half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on March 20, 2025 in San Francisco, California.
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Overview

  • Agent Aaron Turner says Jonathan Kuminga will sign immediately if the Warriors convert the final-year team option into a player option.
  • Jimmy Butler contacted team management for clarity on the plan, and he and Draymond Green have checked in with Kuminga, according to multiple reports.
  • With training camp set for Sept. 29, the unresolved deal has slowed roster moves, including pursuits of veterans such as Al Horford, De’Anthony Melton and Gary Payton II.
  • If no agreement is reached by Oct. 1, Kuminga can accept a one-year qualifying offer worth about $7.9–8 million and reach unrestricted free agency in 2026.
  • Reporting says Golden State rejected summer sign‑and‑trade concepts from the Kings (Malik Monk plus a future first) and Suns (Royce O’Neale with seconds), as other outlets also describe Kuminga as unhappy and linked to Sacramento.