Report: Jonathan Kuminga ‘Has Visions Of Becoming An All-Star,’ Open To Staying With Warriors

According to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga “has visions of becoming an All-Star.”

Kuminga becomes a restricted free agent this offseason. He’s open to staying with the Warriors, who essentially control his future since they can match any offer sheets. 

“Kuminga, league sources said, still has visions of becoming an All-Star, not fitting into an ever-moving mid-tier rotation role. He wants to be a featured player in an NBA offense and chase the 20-point-and-beyond dreams he’s spent his life chasing and the last week of his fourth season tasting,” Slater wrote. 

Kuminga appeared in 47 games for the Warriors this season. He averaged 15.3 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists while shooting 45.4% from the field, 30.5% from 3 and 66.8% from the foul line. 

Kuminga turns 23 in October. He has career averages of 12.5 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists

“Kuminga, league sources said, hasn’t slammed the door shut on a return. Restricted free agency doesn’t really allow it. The Warriors have ultimate control, regardless of his desire. But his comfort about the idea is dependent on several factors and there’s a month of conversation and eventual negotiations ahead with competing agendas in the mix,” Slater wrote. 

The Warriors lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second round of this year’s playoffs in five games. Stephen Curry suffered a Grade 1 left hamstring strain in Game 1 and missed the rest of the series. 

“After the series, Joe Lacob voiced to Kuminga his continued belief in his future and wanted the young forward to keep an open mind about returning, league sources said. He invited Kuminga to sit courtside with him for the WNBA franchise opener for the Golden State Valkyries. The gesture, broadcast everywhere locally, sent a clear signal to the outside world,” Slater wrote.