Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga, currently a restricted free agent, has reportedly drawn attention with a notable contract offer amid ongoing sign-and-trade discussions. According to information from ESPN's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater, the Warriors are in talks regarding a sign-and-trade agreement with both the Sacramento Kings and the Phoenix Suns. Among the offers made to Kuminga is one valued at nearly $90 million over four years, which includes a player option in the final season. While the specific team behind this offer remains unnamed, Charania and Slater indicated that the Suns have made the most aggressive move to secure Kuminga's services thus far.

Charania later reported on NBA Today that the Kings have proposed a deal for the Warriors, which includes a conditional first-round pick along with a rotational player. However, the Warriors are reportedly holding out for an unprotected first-round pick, as indicated by Charania. Additionally, ESPN's Marc J. Spears mentioned that the Suns' proposal consists of players Royce O'Neale and Nick Richards, alongside four second-round picks. Despite Kuminga being a focal point of trade discussions, reports suggest that the Warriors are not currently swayed by the returns being offered by Sacramento and Phoenix, leading to speculation that the team may cut off sign-and-trade conversations altogether.

As Kuminga remains under the Warriors' control due to a qualifying offer extended by the team, the organization is under no obligation to trade him. If the Warriors choose to halt any trade talks, they may opt to keep Kuminga on their roster for the upcoming 2025-26 season under a one-year, $7.9 million qualifying offer or a separate two-year offer already presented. Although Kuminga could potentially refuse to sign in an effort to facilitate a trade, this decision could lead to significant financial loss. Originally selected as the seventh overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, the 22-year-old Kuminga had a breakout season in 2023-24, averaging 16.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, with a career-high shooting percentage of 52.9 percent from the field. Despite earlier expectations for growth last season, his performance dipped, averaging 15.3 points on 45.4 percent shooting. However, Kuminga excelled in crucial moments during the postseason, particularly when star player Stephen Curry was sidelined due to injury. Over four playoff games without Curry, Kuminga averaged an impressive 24.3 points on 55.4 percent shooting, showcasing his potential if afforded a larger role. With the Warriors' lineup centered around Curry and Jimmy Butler, it remains uncertain whether Kuminga will receive an opportunity to emerge as a primary scorer next season. Nonetheless, his youth and scoring capabilities position him as a valuable asset within the Warriors' organization.