Jonathan Kuminga Set to Exit Warriors in Blockbuster Move to Chase All-Star Dream
After being eliminated in the second round of the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Golden State Warriors are bracing for major roster decisions this offseason — and Jonathan Kuminga is front and center. According to reports from The Athletic’s Anthony Slater, the 22-year-old forward is eyeing a departure from Golden State in pursuit of a larger role and the chance to become an All-Star-caliber player elsewhere.
Kuminga, selected 7th overall in the 2021 NBA Draft, has shown flashes of star potential throughout his four-year stint with the Warriors. He was instrumental in their 2022 championship run and steadily climbed the rotation ladder. However, his development hit a wall in the 2024–25 season. Coach Steve Kerr reduced his minutes and sidelined him in key playoff moments, causing frustration and uncertainty about his future with the team.
Despite no known rift between Kuminga and the organization, sources indicate the desire to leave stems from his ambition to be a featured scorer — a role he believes he cannot achieve within Golden State’s crowded rotation. With his rookie contract expiring and the Warriors facing financial constraints, both sides are expected to explore trade options this summer.
Kuminga’s talent and drive are undeniable. Now, he’s ready to bet on himself — whether that means staying in Golden State under new terms or starting fresh with a team that will give him the offensive spotlight he craves.
