The Golden State Warriors are actively keeping an eye on the trade market for a star player, with Jonathan Kuminga playing a pivotal role in those considerations.
Despite not reaching an agreement on a contract extension before the season began, Kuminga remains central to their current and potential plans – especially if a trade for a “win-now” star does not materialize.
“One of the most important players in the league to watch right now, believe it or not, is Jonathan Kuminga,” said Brian Windhorst during an appearance on Get Up.
“The reason I say that is the Warriors have been sniffing around making a star player transaction for almost a year now. Right now, they’re basically making the final analysis on Jonathan Kuminga. Are they going to keep him or are they going to move him?”
Kuminga’s recent performance has further fueled speculation about his role in the Warriors’ strategy. Over the past two weeks, he has stepped into the starting lineup and delivered impressive results, averaging 21 points and five rebounds while shooting nearly 50%.
Windhorst added, “This could also be termed as a showcase depending.”
The Warriors’ decisions regarding the player could significantly influence their trajectory this season.
While Kuminga’s development has been promising, the team’s interest in acquiring an established star suggests they are carefully weighing the balance between their present championship aspirations and the young forward’s potential as a long-term asset.
Warriors Entering Final Stage Of Deciding Whether To Keep Or Trade Jonathan Kuminga https://t.co/kTL455oemF
— RealGM (@RealGM) December 11, 2024
