Warriors Exploring Possible Jonathan Kuminga Trade for High Draft Pick [Rumor]

Jonathan Kuminga - Los Angeles Lakers v Golden State Warriors - Game Five

(Photo : Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - Jonathan Kuminga (#00) of the Golden State Warriors looks on during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers in game five of the Western Conference Semifinal Playoffs at Chase Center on May 10, 2023 in San Francisco, California.

The Golden State Warriors are headed for an eventful offseason following their first playoff exit in the Western Conference since 2014 and the departure of longtime general manager Bob Myers.

Now, they are looking to trade one of their young prospects, Jonathan Kuminga.

Selected as the 7th overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, the Congolese forward is rumored to be shipped out by the Warriors in exchange for a high pick in the upcoming draft next week, according to NBA draft analyst and ESPN insider Jonathan Givony.

The Golden State Warriors are pursuing a trade of Jonathan Kuminga for a high draft pick, per @DraftExpress

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— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) June 14, 2023

The 20-year-old has shown flashes of brilliance on both ends of the floor, sparking the interest of multiple teams around the league.

Jonathan Kuminga Disgruntled With Lack of Playing Time

The 6-foot-7 wing saw limited action in the 2023 NBA Playoffs during the Warriors' first-round series against the Sacramento Kings and the Western Conference Semifinals against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Kuminga did not play entirely in three of Golden State's 13 playoff games this year. He only played more than ten minutes once during Game 3 of the first round.

During the Warriors' last three games against the Lakers, Kuminga played a total of 6 minutes and 9 seconds.

The Athletic's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater previously reported after the Warriors' elimination that the team and Kuminga's representatives are set to discuss the lottery pick's future this summer.

What Kerr did to Kuminga this year, and particularly the postseason, was egregious. I don’t blame him for wanting to play for a Head Coach who actually believes in him. Kuminga’s an all-worldly talent. Myers sees that. Wish Kerr saw the same.

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— Play Kuminga (@SurfJournalist) May 13, 2023

The franchise would have to decide if they will integrate Kuminga into a full-time role or if the player would seek another team to utilize his talents.