The Golden State Warriors re-signed Jonathan Kuminga to a two-year contract, securing the forward through the 2026–27 season. The move was part of the team’s effort to retain core players while staying competitive under the NBA salary cap.
Data from Spotrac shows the Warriors have a projected active cap of $174 million for 2025–26, surpassing the league’s $154.6 million cap by nearly $74 million. With total cap allocations hitting $228.6 million, the team faces a steep luxury tax bill estimated at $69.6 million.
Despite these figures, Golden State still has room under the first apron threshold of $195.9 million, with roughly $21.4 million in space for additional moves. The second apron threshold sits at $207.8 million, offering $33.3 million in potential flexibility.
Key veterans like Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green command significant portions of the cap, with Curry’s $59.6 million and Butler’s $54.1 million salaries anchoring the roster. Kuminga’s $23.3 million cap hit positions him as a core rotation player without forcing the Warriors into major trades.
Other contributors such as Moses Moody ($11.5 million) and Buddy Hield ($9.2 million) remain under contract. The team also recently added Al Horford and Seth Curry.
For 2026–27, the Warriors project a $139.5 million active cap, giving them roughly $75.9 million under the first apron threshold and $89.1 million below the second apron. This projected flexibility allows Golden State to maneuver in free agency while protecting its core players.
The Warriors’ front office has prioritized maintaining a balanced roster under the luxury tax, opting against trading high-profile players to save cap space.
