What should have been a regular contract negotiation turned murkier over the summer. Jonathan Kuminga and his camp rejected multiple deals. Meanwhile, the Golden State Warriors rejected trade offers. We were at a stalemate with the October 1 qualifying offer set to expire. Absence of not only the 22-year-old but also Steve Kerr and GM Mike Dunlevy from media day duties adds fuel to the fire. But now an agreement has been signed, but that’s not a sign of a long future.

Kuminga has a two-year agreement with the Golden State Warriors at $48.5 million, which begins right in the 2025-26 season. Better than the one-year, $7.9 million qualifying offer. However, there is still a chance that the Congolese native won’t be part of the long-term plans.” This is not kumbaya. This was never a perfect

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