Draymond Green Makes Bold Prediction About Jonathan Kuminga's Warriors Future

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Paolo Songco | Last updated May 20, 2025 8:32 AM ET

It's going to be a very interesting offseason ahead for the Golden State Warriors following another early exit in the playoffs.

One of the biggest decisions this team is facing comes on the Jonathan Kuminga front as the 6-foot-8 forward enters free agency this summer. Simply put, unless both parties are able to agree on a new contract, Kuminga will move on and part ways with Golden State.

In a recent episode of his podcast, Warriors veteran Draymond Green addressed Kuminga's situation with the team. The former Defensive Player of the Year started by heaping praise on his young teammate.

"We all know his talent," Green said of Kuminga. "We all know, we all believe he could be. But now you have to make a huge financial commitment."

Green commended Kuminga for how he responded to questions about his future with the Warriors. Kuminga showed his appreciation for head coach Steve Kerr for helping him get to where he is today, which, according to Green, was "such a responsible, great, well-thought answer."

Kuminga had an up-and-down postseason with the Warriors. He did not play in four out of the seven games they had against the Houston Rockets, because of both an injury and the coach's decision.

The 22-year-old, however, went off in the second round against the Minnesota Timberwolves. With Steph Curry out injured in the final four games of the series, Kuminga averaged 24.3 points on 55.4% shooting.

Despite his strong play, Golden State still ended up losing all four games.

Be that as it may, Green remains adamant that the future is bright for Kuminga — regardless of whether he stays with the Warriors or otherwise.

"One thing's for certain: whether it's here or somewhere else, he's gonna get paid, and he's gonna have a very bright future," Green said. "He proved himself."

"Whether it's here or somewhere else, he gonna get paid and he gonna have a very bright future."@Money23Green on Jonathan Kuminga's future pic.twitter.com/8a5HD5K74G
— The Draymond Green Show with Baron Davis (@DraymondShow) May 20, 2025

Kuminga, who Golden State drafted as the No. 7 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, is coming off his fourth season with the Warriors. In 47 games played this past year, he averaged 15.3 points on 45.4% shooting, 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 24.3 minutes per contest.

Whatever happens this summer will determine whether or not Kuminga will remain part of the Warriors' long-term plans.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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