Summary
Jonathan Kuminga, a player for the Golden State Warriors, is not attending the team's media day due to ongoing contract negotiations. Kuminga's contract talks have reached an impasse, with the main issue being the inclusion of team options in the proposed contracts. If no agreement is reached by the deadline, Kuminga might accept a one-year offer that allows for free agency the following year.
Key Facts
- Jonathan Kuminga is skipping the Golden State Warriors' media day because he has not signed a new contract.
- Kuminga had a strong season, averaging 15.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 47 games.
- The Warriors have offered contracts worth around $70 million, but include team options.
- Kuminga's representatives want a player option instead of a team option.
- If no deal is reached, Kuminga could sign a one-year, $8 million qualifying offer by the deadline.
- Signing the qualifying offer would allow Kuminga to become an unrestricted free agent in 2026.
- Other Warriors' player contracts are affected by Kuminga's contract situation, including those of Al Horford and Gary Payton II.
- Kuminga was drafted seventh overall in 2021 and was considered a key future player for the Warriors.
