July 30, 2025

According to ESPN's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater, restricted free-agent forward Jonathan Kuminga has declined the most recent contract offers from the Golden State Warriors. The latest proposal was a two-year, $45 million contract. However, the 22-year-old would like a longer deal in addition to retaining a "built-in no-trade clause." Kuminga's agent, Aaron Turner, suggested a three-year, $82 million contract, enabling the Dubs to stay below the second apron. There were also sign-and-trade opportunities with the Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns, although Golden State wasn't receptive toward the return from either team. Kuminga finished the 2024 campaign by averaging 15.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists. Unfortunately, he was limited to 47 regular-season games, mostly due to a sprained ankle, while shooting a career-low 45.4% from the field and 30.5% from behind the arc. There's a chance the 2021 No. 7 overall pick might be playing on his one-year, $7.9 million qualifying offer in 2025, making him an unrestricted free-agent next summer. With that in mind, Kuminga's fantasy value won't be as high in Golden State, considering he likely won't hold a routine role in Steve Kerr's rotation. Of course, there should be more twists and turns to this scenario heading into opening night.--Dennis Clausen
Source: Shams Charania, Anthony Slater