NEWYou can now listen to PK Press Club articles!
While reports indicate that Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga wants to be traded, his general manager had something else to say on the matter.
And he did it with a subtle jab.
Kuminga has been on the trade block for some time in Golden State, but that became more prevalent when he signed a two-year deal in restricted free agency designed to be added to a trade.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON PK Press Club
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (1) looks to pass against the Toronto Raptors in the second quarter at Chase Center on January 20, 2026. (David Gonzales/Imagn Images)
However, since he is no longer in the Warriors’ regular game night rotation, he has reportedly “demanded” a trade from the team.
He had this to say when a reporter asked him about it Tuesday night.
WARRIORS STAR JIMMY BUTLER SEASON ENDED AFTER DEVASTATING KNEE INJURY FROM HEAT
“I’m aware of that,” general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. said of the reports. “In terms of demands, when you make a request, there has to be a demand in the market.”
Dunleavy suggests that while Kuminga wants to be moved, there has been no mutual request from other teams.
“We’ll see how it plays out. But, of course. Always with these guys, I tell them that I’m willing to work with them, that I want to help people, whether it’s JK or any player on our roster. So, we’re OK, if that’s his wish, to try to figure that out. But we have to do what’s best for our organization, and that’s what we’re doing.”
Golden State Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. sits on the court during the first half of the game between the Stanford Cardinal and the CSUN Matadors at Maples Pavilion on December 27, 2025. (Darren Yamashita/Imagn Images)
The NBA trade deadline is quickly approaching, as it is set for February 5 at 3 p.m. ET.
Kuminga could be moved by then, but Dunleavy must now consider how to improve his roster following All-Star Jimmy Butler’s season-ending ACL injury. If the Warriors still want to go for another NBA title for their trophy haul, Dunleavy could try to fill that void.
With Butler out, Kuminga was back in the fold on Tuesday, and he made the most of it with 20 points in 21 minutes off the bench against the Toronto Raptors. Toronto won 145-127 against Golden State.
All things considered, Dunleavy and the front office will have to discuss whether they will be buyers or sellers at the deadline. And maybe Kuminga will get more playing time with Butler sidelined.
Golden State Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy before the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Chase Center on December 25, 2025. (Darren Yamashita/Imagn Images)
Either way, it doesn’t appear the Warriors general manager is rushing to grant Kuminga’s request.
