Jonathan Kuminga Officially Demands Trade From Warriors After Contract Restriction Lifts
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- Jonathan Kuminga has officially requested a trade from the Golden State Warriors now that he is eligible, following a contentious contract negotiation and limited playing time this season.
- Kuminga, 22, has struggled with injuries and performance, leading to his benching since December 18, despite averaging 11.8 points and 6.2 rebounds in 18 games.
- The Warriors have faced challenges finding trade partners willing to take on long-term salary commitments, with interest from teams like the Kings and Mavericks but no guarantees of a trade before the February 5 deadline.
- Team insiders suggest a trade is widely supported within the Warriors organization, but management may wait until the offseason to maximize return value, though some rival executives view this as
