The Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga have until October 21 to finalize a rookie scale extension, or he could become a restricted free agent next year.
Contract Negotiations
If the Warriors and Kuminga don’t agree on a deal soon, he might be available for trades. According to Danny Emerman of The Mercury News, sources say they are not close to reaching an agreement. This situation hints that the Warriors may not see Kuminga as a key part of their future plans. Missing the deadline could cause unnecessary drama during the 2024-25 season, with many thinking he might be traded.
Pressure from Draymond Green
Draymond Green has added pressure by saying it would be a “failure” if Kuminga doesn’t make an All-Star team this season. Realistically, making an All-Star team in the tough Western Conference is quite challenging for him. Players like Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren, and Alperen Sengun have better chances of being first-time All-Stars. Plus, former stars such as Zion Williamson and Lauri Markkanen will be eager to return after missing out last year.
Fans really hope things work out smoothly for everyone involved.
Potential Trade Considerations
It might be wise for the Warriors to trade Kuminga before his value drops further. They don’t want a player who feels unhappy or disconnected from coach Steve Kerr’s guidance anymore.
