The Golden State Warriors figured out the contract negotiations with Jonathan Kuminga, which lasted throughout the entire offseason. The Warriors and Kuminga agreed to a two-year, $46.8 million contract to continue the forward’s career in Golden State. According to earlier reports, the 6-foot-8 forward is committed to helping All-Star guard Steph Curry win his fifth championship ring.
Although the Warriors are one of the oldest teams in the NBA, they are determined to contend for an NBA championship. With Kuminga, the team has more options offensively, and he provides athleticism for the aging roster.
On Sunday, the Warriors had their preseason opener against the Los Angeles Lakers. Kuminga came off the bench and had five points, six rebounds and four assists in a 111-103 win.
After the game, Steph Curry gave his thoughts on Kuminga’s presence on the team. According to him, the real question is his level of commitment to what the Warriors are trying to do this year.
“It was business as usual. Just come in play, give effort, continue to try to get better. I’m not going to overanalyze every minute he’s out there. It’s not good for anybody,” Curry said.
“It’s just, can we win? Can he be a part of that? No matter how it looks, so excited for him to get his legs underneath him and keep, keep building.”
The last time the Warriors won the Larry O’Brien trophy was in 2022. During that season, it was Kuminga’s rookie year in the league, and he didn’t have a significant role in their run. He averaged 5.2 points through 16 games. This time, the team wants Kuminga to have an integral part as they look forward to contending for a title.
Steph Curry has a message to the younger players trying to earn his trust
Although the Warriors are one of the older teams in the NBA, they also have a few younger players on the roster. Steph Curry, who has established himself as one of the best players in the association, gaining his trust isn’t easy.
On Media Day, Curry sent a message to the younger players on earning his trust.
“I think it happens over time. Everybody’s a little different based on the baby steps of how you show up to practice and doing the little things to come with the right energy on a day-to-day basis. Then eventually that translates to getting an opportunity on the floor, which then translates to are you impacting winning,” Curry said.
Curry reiterated how everyone has a different pace, and it will follow through.
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