Jonathan Kuminga, NBA and Warriors
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Jonathan Kuminga's free agency has not gone the way he hoped. Restricted free agents have had little to no leverage because of the lack of spending money around the NBA this offseason, so players like Kuminga, Josh Giddey, and Cam Thomas, who likely would demand top dollar on the open market, are sitting and waiting.
As a result of Kuminga's free agency saga, one NBA writer has suggested that the Warriors missed out on a golden opportunity to sign an impactful free agent before he was eventually taken off the market by the New York Knicks on a team-friendly contract.
The Golden State Warriors have been predicted to land a "high motor" guard in a trade involving Jonathan Kuminga.
Former Denver Nuggets forward Kenyon Martin blasted Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr for how he handled Jonathan Kuminga
Two of the highest-profile RFAs are the Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga and the Bulls' Josh Giddey. Both are still waiting on a resolution to their contract situations. It might not get better soon, either.
If you're a Warriors fan looking for clarification or encouragement in regard to Jonathan Kuminga signing with Golden State, Steph Curry has nothing for you.
Jonathan Kuminga may be traded. Utah Jazz shows interest. Taylor Hendricks could join Golden State. Hendricks offers defense and shooting. His rookie contract provides financial flexibility. Injury history raises concerns.
NBA free agency is underway, and after a week, some notable names remain unsigned. That includes Jonathan Kuminga and Josh Giddey, who are both restricted free agents this summer.