Warriors are in a lose-lose situation with Jonathan Kuminga

The most fascinating saga of the NBA offseason, whether Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors will stay together, added another chapter to the ongoing stalemate. 

Tim Kawakami of The San Francisco Standard reported that Kuminga will likely be a Warrior this upcoming season.

With all the speculation surrounding the young forward's future, all signs point to the 22-year-old staying with the organization for now. If it brings him back on any deal, it would be a lose-lose situation for both parties.

Both parties are at a stalemate and are willing to be patient. With each passing day, the uncertainty of the situation hinders the Warriors' ability to make moves to improve the roster, develop chemistry and bond as a team.

Kawakami talked to a source within the organization that said Kuminga won’t be traded this summer. This could be a negotiation tactic for the Warriors to receive a more desirable trade package.

If Kuminga comes back to the organization after all the speculation regarding his frustration with the coaching staff, personal preferences and desire to be in a different location, it would be a major distraction for the whole season. 

Instead of focusing on the season and being at their best, fans, critics and media would be constantly pestering players and coaches with unwanted questions and comments regarding the dramatic offseason before and after every game the Warriors play. 

The tension between coaches, players, the front office and Kuminga and his camp would be at an all-time high the entire season. It would be virtually impossible to focus on being the best team they could be and competing at the highest level.

Kuminga’s restricted free agency has ultimately come down to two decisions: staying in Golden State and accepting the qualifying offer of one year for $7.9 million or the two-year contract worth $45 million. Both the Warriors and Kuminga are willing to stand their ground, be patient and see which side blinks first. 

It would be unwise for an organization to sign a player who doesn’t want to be with it and feels unwanted. A split between the two parties seems like the best course of action for all.