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The Sacramento Kings have emerged as the “strongest pursuer” of Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga, but no deal appears imminent, according to The Athletic’s Anthony Slater.
“Restricted free agency around the NBA remains ice cold,” Slater reported. “Conversations and little action.”
Slater previously reported that the Golden State Warriors are looking for a “promising young player plus a first-round pick in return for Kuminga” should a sign-and-trade scenario arise.
The Warriors extended a $7.9 million qualifying offer to the 22-year-old, retaining their right to match any offer sheet he signs in restricted free agency.
According to Slater, the Kings “floated” an offer to the Warriors that included point guard Devin Carter, forward Dario Šarić, and two second-round picks. League sources say the Warriors viewed it as a “buy-low attempt” and weren’t interested in moving forward with the deal.
In addition to the Kings, the Heat, Bulls, Bucks, and Nets have all reportedly showed interest in Kuminga, according to Slater.
The former No. 7 overall pick by the Golden State Warriors in the 2021 NBA Draft, averaged 15.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.2 steals last season, shooting 45.4 percent from the field across 47 games.
