Jonathan Kuminga‘s time with the Golden State Warriors appears to be reaching its end.
The young forward has grown increasingly frustrated with his role after being pushed out of Steve Kerr’s playoff rotation last season.
What started as a contract negotiation has evolved into something bigger.
He wants a guaranteed starting position, but the Warriors remain uncommitted to his future and continue to evaluate their options.
One team reportedly has emerged as the most aggressive suitor for Kuminga in recent weeks.
“The Sacramento Kings are willing to part ways with Devin Carter, Dario Saric and a protected first-round pick for Jonathan Kuminga, but the Warriors declined, according to Brett Siegel. But, Keegan Murray and Keon Ellis are two players the Warriors ‘would likely want in a potential sign-and-trade,’” Courtside Buzz wrote on X.
DISCUSSED DEAL: The Sacramento Kings are willing to part ways with Devin Carter, Dario Saric and a protected first-round pick for Jonathan Kuminga, but the Warriors declined, according to Brett Siegel 👀
But, Keegan Murray and Keon Ellis are two players the Warriors “would… pic.twitter.com/roGzI5UOWL
— Courtside Buzz (@CourtsideBuzzX) July 25, 2025
The standoff has created problems beyond just Kuminga’s future. Golden State cannot pursue other free agents, such as Al Horford or De’Anthony Melton, until they resolve his status.
The Warriors are demanding significant value, and Sacramento reportedly refused to include Keegan Murray and Keon Ellis in any potential trade.
Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns are also monitoring the situation.
Kuminga’s representatives appear willing to wait out the process, and the restricted free agent holds some leverage despite his limited options.
This impasse could drag well into the offseason, so the Warriors need to decide whether keeping an unhappy player is worth the ongoing complications.
Meanwhile, Kuminga continues waiting for the starting role he believes he deserves.
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