Offers, counteroffers, and months of back-and-forth ultimately left the Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga at a stalemate. With the October 1 deadline looming for his $7.9 million qualifying offer, both sides pivoted to a new path. The result: a two-year, $48.5 million extension beginning in the 2025–26 season.

The deal, though, came with a compromise. Kuminga and his camp had pushed all summer for a player option, a safeguard that would give the 22-year-old control over his future. Instead, Golden State held firm, securing a team option instead.

What Is a Team Option in NBA Contracts?

According to the NBA’s website, it makes a team eligible to maintain a player on its roster for another year. Meaning, the team has the cards and has control over the player’s future. If a player

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