Summary
Jonathan Kuminga, a basketball player, is considering a contract offer from the Golden State Warriors. The team offered him a three-year deal, but Kuminga's agent says he will sign only if the third year includes a player option. This means Kuminga would have control over whether to continue with the team in the third year.
Key Facts
- Jonathan Kuminga is a restricted free agent, meaning the Warriors have the right to match any contract offer from another team.
- The Warriors offered Kuminga a three-year, $75.2 million contract with a team option for the third year.
- Kuminga's agent wants the team option changed to a player option to give Kuminga control over the third year of the contract.
- If Kuminga does not accept the offer, he might play one more year with the Warriors for $7.9 million and then become a free agent.
- The Warriors want a team-friendly contract, but Kuminga's future with the team remains uncertain until the deal terms are resolved.
- The Warriors have not given Kuminga a specific role on the team, which is part of the negotiation issue.
- Kuminga's decision is important for the Warriors as it affects their free agency plans and roster completion.
- The deadline for Kuminga to accept the current qualifying offer is October 1.
