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Par Mathieu Seguin | Rédacteur sport
There are silences that speak volumes. At Golden State, Jonathan Kuminga hasn’t made any bold declarations, but his desire for a change of scenery is starting to show. Some insiders are already pointing to concrete possibilities.
A certain weariness seems to be setting in around Kuminga. The Warriors’ forward, still a restricted free agent this summer, might pack his bags if the situation doesn’t turn in his favor. While Golden State retains the advantage—holding the right to match any outside offer—the outcome remains uncertain. The player reportedly has very clear demands about his future role.
According to Michael Scotto, two teams are worth watching for a potential sign-and-trade:
“The Bulls and the Heat are two teams to watch for a sign-and-trade involving Jonathan Kuminga. He’s looking for a bigger, more consistent role moving forward.”
This statement reveals a lot about the young player’s wish for change, frustrated by his inconsistent role in San Francisco.
An inevitable departure from the Warriors?
Despite flashes of brilliance, Kuminga has never truly been established as an undisputed starter under Steve Kerr. Kerr himself has faced much criticism from Warriors fans, who blame him for not giving Kuminga the keys to progress, preferring to rely on veterans or rigid systems.
The result: an ambiguous relationship between player and staff, marked by public confidence but real limitations behind the scenes. Kerr recently publicly criticized Kuminga, saying the Warriors couldn’t win if JK had a major role. For Kuminga, now 22, this offseason could be pivotal.
Teams like Miami or Chicago might try their luck, especially if they sense Golden State isn’t ready to match a high offer or guarantee him a significant spot in the rotation. But Golden State’s strategy might be to keep him on a new contract to trade him later. Losing him without compensation likely isn’t an option.
The question remains open: Kuminga wants more, but do the Warriors really want to let him go? If a serious, structured offer comes in, they’ll have to decide fast. The next few weeks will be crucial in this saga, perfectly illustrating the dilemmas of a roster caught between two eras.
