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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
NBA rumors: Brooklyn Nets not expected to pursue top RFA, could use cap space for bigger plan
The Brooklyn Nets will enter NBA free agency with the most cap space in basketball, giving them an advantage in an offseason where most teams aren't expected to spend heavily. However, one of the top NBA free agents this summer already seems to be off Brooklyn's target list. According to The Athletic's Anthony Slater, the Nets are not expected to even prepare an offer sheet for Golden State Warriors restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga. Instead, Brooklyn could use its financial flexibility to help facilitate multi-team trades. Advertisement Related: Top NBA free agents 2025, see where Jonathan Kuminga lands Jonathan Kuminga stats (2024-'25): 15.3 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 2.2 APG, 45.4% FG, 30.5% 3PT, .08 WS/48 Kuminga had a relatively disastrous contract year. He reportedly rejected a contract extension worth $150 million over five years, betting on himself before becoming a restricted free agent. During the regular season, he fell out of the Warriors' rotation at times (47 games played) and posted a career-worst in Win Shares per 48 Minutes (0.08). However, the 6-foot-8 forward showed more promise with an expanded role in the NBA Playoffs. In eight games, Kuminga averaged 15.3 points per contest, shooting 48.4 percent from the field and 40 percent from three-point range. With a very limited number of clubs expected to pursue restricted free agents in NBA free agency, Brooklyn seemed like an obvious potential suitor. Brooklyn Nets cap space: Max contract Related: 2025 NBA Draft order, Brooklyn Nets draft picks 2025 Instead, amid NBA rumors of potential blockbuster trades involving Kevin Durant or Giannis Antetokounmpo, Brooklyn seems inclined to help facilitate a deal. Taking on contracts can help them collect more future draft picks, adding to a stockpile that includes eight first-round picks from 2026-2030. Advertisement As for Kuminga, a thin market of suitors makes it very possible that he'll wind up back with Golden State ahead of his age-23 season. Related Headlines
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Report: Nets not expected to prepare Kuminga offer sheet
Report: Nets not expected to prepare Kuminga offer sheet originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The Brooklyn Nets aren't expected to prepare Jonathan Kuminga an offer sheet this summer. With the Warriors forward set to become a restricted free agent this offseason, there were several rumors that the Nets would make an offer given their salary-cap situation. However, that doesn't appear to be the case. Advertisement 'There is not a current expectation that the Brooklyn Nets are preparing an offer sheet for Kuminga, but there are signs Brooklyn could be willing to use its open cap space as a vehicle to execute multi-team trade scenarios this summer,' The Athletic's Anthony Slater reported. 'That could open up several avenues and possible suitors for Kuminga, one of the market's most intriguing names. The Warriors' front office, with the help of new cap specialist Jon Phelps, showed some creativity last summer, routing Thompson's departure into a six-team sign-and-trade that delivered Buddy Hield and Kyle Anderson (after generating the space for De'Anthony Melton).' The 22-year-old has all of the physical talents to become an elite NBA player, but he has struggled with consistency during his tenure with the Warriors. With Golden State committed to building around Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler next season, it doesn't seem likely that Kuminga will fit into those plans. After trading for Butler, Kuminga fell out of the rotation almost entirely, seeing significant game action only after Curry went down with a Grade 1 hamstring strain in the Western Conference Semifinals. Advertisement Given the 22-year-old's contract situation, it's more feasible for a sign-and-trade deal to materialize, and it's possible that Golden State could get some solid players in the exchange. The Warriors selected Kuminga with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft with the expectation that it would take time for him to develop into an elite-level player. While he has flashed brilliance at times, it's clear that the 'two-timeline' approach owner Joe Lacob envisioned isn't working out. With Curry continuing to play at a high level, it's clear that general manager Mike Dunleavy and the rest of the Golden State front office are looking to acquire more complementary pieces to fill out the roster. Only time will tell if Kuminga fits into those plans or not. Download and follow the Dubs Talk Podcast
Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Golden State Warriors or not? Jonathan Kuminga reveals his future plans
Golden State Warriors or not? Jonathan Kuminga reveals his future plans (Image Credit: Getty Images) Jonathan Kuminga has the option of considering the offers from other teams as he becomes a restricted free agent this year. The forward found it difficult at times to stay consistent in the game due to Steve Kerr's strategic moves, which kept him on the bench more often than not. This season saw Kuminga in action a lot many times as the veteran roster's injuries required him to step up whenever needed. Jonathan Kuminga shared whether he will be back with Golden State Warriors or not Jonathan Kuminga's bitter-sweet relationship with the Golden State Warriors is not reaching a dead end. At least, this is what Kuminga's new plans suggest. The budding forward proved his mettle whenever given a chance in the 2024-25 season. The season saw him in action more than usual because of Stephen Curry's and LeBron James' injuries. Speculations were rife that Kuminga may entirely part ways with the Warriors, but the reality is different. Kuminga has suggested that he may consider being a Warriors forward in the coming season, too. Talking about his future, he didn't show clarity. He said: 'I don't know. Uh you know, I don't know. I still got to figure it out. I don't know. But, you know, I don't know. I still got to figure it out. We just finished playing one day ago, so I don't really I haven't think about anything yet.' Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Jonathan Kuminga | Warriors 2025 End of Season Interview Later in the interview, he again kept the things not too open and said: 'Uh like I say, you know, uh I ain't know what the future hold, you know, so anything that happened probably happened for a reason. Uh I'm just grateful to be here this time, you know. I still got a long summer to go to figure things out.' Kuminga's current status is that of a restricted free agent. He will have the option to consider the offers from other teams. Hence, the Golden State Warriors need to be ready with the offer he can't refuse, should they want him on their side for the coming season. Jonathan Kuminga's performance this season The budding star from the Golden State Warriors averaged 15.3 points this season. His other performance statistics include 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game, with a field goal percentage of 45.4%. When Stephen Curry had to take rest due to injury, Kuminga delivered the scoring the Warriors needed. While playing against the Minnesota Timberwolves, he shone by averaging 24.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.3 assists over the final four games of the Western Conference Semi-finals. Steve Kerr SOUNDS OFF On Jonathan Kuminga Before 2025 NBA Free Agency However, during the mid-season, his scoring dipped to an average of 12.2 points per game. But it was largely because his time on the court was limited post-Jimmy Butler's entry. In addition, a prior ankle injury also posed hurdles. Also Read: Steve Kerr says Jonathan Kuminga isn't ready for a starring role on a Golden State Warriors team built around Stephen Curry While Steve Kerr is yet to make up his mind about Kuminga's future place in the team, the budding star has kept his options open and is not completely shutting the door on his current team, the Warriors.
Newsweek
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Former NBA All-Star Calls Out Warriors HC Steve Kerr
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. As the Golden State Warriors get ready for a crucial offseason, one of the biggest questions around the team is what the future holds for forward Jonathan Kuminga. Kuminga is scheduled to be a restricted free agent this summer, and there has been a lot of speculation around his status with the team. More NBA news: Lakers' LeBron James Makes Shocking NBA MVP Voting History The Warriors want to bring back Kuminga, but his price tag could force the team's hand. There will be plenty of teams interested in his services, and it could see a bidding war take place. But one former NBA All-Star and Warriors player believes that Golden State head coach Steve Kerr could be to blame if Kuminga does depart. DeMarcus Cousins gave his thoughts on the matter. "I think they lost Kuminga. I think Steve Kerr ruined that relationship this year with the DNPs," Cousins said on Run It Back. "We've seen this happen time and time again when it comes to him and dealing with young talent. "He just doesn't handle young talent well. He doesn't develop. Out of the years he's been there, we've seen one guy develop under Steve Kerr, and they ran him off as well, that was Jordan Poole. When it comes to young talent, I just don't think that he handles it well." "Steve Kerr ruined that relationship with the DNP' just doesn't handle young talent well, he doesn't develop."@boogiecousins says Jonathan Kuminga will probably be on the move this offseason because Steve Kerr doesn't develop young talent, outside of Jordan Poole! Do you... — Run It Back (@RunItBackFDTV) May 22, 2025 Cousins played under Kerr for a short time, and it seems that he isn't a fan. Kerr has seen impressive success with the Warriors, but a lot of that was more inherited than anything. More NBA news: Lakers Likely Trade Package for Center Reportedly Revealed Kerr didn't develop players such as Steph Curry, Draymond Green, or Klay Thompson. But he did figure out how to manage each of them together and find the recipe to win as a group, which is never easy to do. Head Coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter in Game Five of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Target Center on May... Head Coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter in Game Five of the Western Conference Second Round NBA Playoffs at Target Center on May 14, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. More Photo byEven if Kerr didn't develop the players, he still gets a lot of credit for winning four titles in Golden State. Kerr is one of the better coaches in the NBA, and he has proven that for over a decade at this point. Whether Kuminga returns or not likely has nothing to do with Kerr. Rather, it will depend on how much money the Warriors' front office is willing to spend on him this offseason. More NBA news: Heat Star Bam Adebayo Loses Out on All-Defensive Team For First Time in Years Knicks Collapse vs Pacers Has Stephen A Smith 'Sick to His Stomach' Thunder Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Wins First Ever MVP Award, Beats Out Nikola Jokic For more Golden State Warriors and general NBA news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Steve Kerr says Jonathan Kuminga isn't ready for a starring role on a Golden State Warriors team built around Stephen Curry
(Image Source - Getty Images) Jonathan Kuminga's potential has always been evident. The 22-year-old forward displays athleticism, versatility, and flashes of brilliance. Nevertheless, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr recently provided a frank evaluation — Kuminga isn't ready to step into a starring role on a team featuring Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green. This remark highlights the fine line the Warriors are walking as they manage the future of their young talent while aiming for a championship. Steve Kerr's candid assessment of Jonathan Kuminga's role in the Warriors' future During a recent podcast, Steve Kerr talked about Jonathan Kuminga's natural talent but pointed out the difficulties of fitting him into a team with seasoned stars. Kerr compared Kuminga's perfect growth to players like Shawn Marion and Aaron Gordon—guys recognized for their versatility, energy, and skill to excel without needing to be the main ball-handlers. He mentioned, "Jonathan obviously is gifted and wants to play a bigger role and wants to play more. .. Right now, he's not a guy who I can say I'm going to play 38 minutes with the roster that we have—Steph and Jimmy and Draymond—and put the puzzle together that way and expect to win." This candid assessment highlights the complexities of balancing player development with championship aspirations. Even though he wasn't a regular in the lineup during the season, Jonathan Kuminga really showed what he's made of in the playoffs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Keep Your Home Efficient with This Plug-In elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo In the matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves, he put up an average of 20.8 points per game, proving his scoring skills and toughness. Still, his future with the Warriors is up in the air as he heads into restricted free agency. The team has a tricky financial situation: bringing Kuminga back could send them deep into luxury tax territory, which might hinder their chances of creating a solid roster around their main stars. The Warriors would love to hang on to Jonathan Kuminga in the long term, but the finances of doing that are a little tricky. Losing him would drop Golden State about $17.5 million under the luxury tax line. But if they want to hang onto Kuminga at the price he's worth on the market, that may very well push them past the first apron, where they lose a bundle of rights regarding what they can and can't do with him in the future. So this limitation in financials makes it difficult for a team like the Warriors to get their opinions through in terms of balancing fielding a championship chase roster and developing players. Also Read: Golden State Warriors respond after Draymond Green named to NBA All-Defensive First Team Golden State Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga is at a crossroads. Everyone knows the kid has talent, it's just all about fitting him into a championship caliber team with the right approach to roles, ability to play together and the right dollar figures. The Warriors are taking on these questions and the decisions they make this offseason will set the direction of the franchise for the next few years. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
