The attitude of Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green in the 'Jonathan Kuminga case'

Last season, the Warriors surprised by reshaping their roster with the arrival of Jimmy Butler to join Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. The trio showed immediate chemistry, although the adventure ended in the second round against Minnesota after Curry's untimely injury halted the team's momentum.

Today, just weeks before the start of training camp, Golden State's offseason remains on hold. As Shams Charania and Anthony Slater from ESPN revealed, owner Joe Lacob and GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. put forward a three-year, $75.2 million offer to Jonathan Kuminga, with a team option in the third season.

The response from the forward's representation was a three-year, $82 million contract with a player option. Neither proposal came to fruition. The back and forth has carried into September unresolved, leaving the franchise uncertain in completing its roster. Kuminga averaged 15.3 points and 4.6 rebounds last season, solidifying himself as a valuable piece both to build around and to potentially use in a trade. The issue: time is ticking, and uncertainty looms over the start of the season.

Despite the stalemate, neither Curry, Butler, nor Green have exerted pressure behind the scenes. "They understand the strategy and have approved the expected outcome," wrote Charania and Slater. Butler and Green have even directly spoken with Kuminga to gauge his mindset and long-term vision. The backing from these figures demonstrates confidence in the front office's plan.

Waiting for Additions

The front office remains intent on bolstering the rotation once Kuminga's situation is resolved. The goal: using the taxpayer mid-level exception. Names like Al Horford, De’Anthony Melton, Gary Payton II, and Seth Curry are on standby. However, Golden State will be limited to the apron once that exception is activated, meaning nothing can materialize until Kuminga's contract situation is settled.

The seventh pick in the 2021 draft, Kuminga averages 12.5 points and 4 rebounds in his career. His development is seen as pivotal to extend the team's competitive window. The offseason has tested patience but also reaffirmed the franchise's internal unity. Once the first domino falls, Kuminga's renewal, the Warriors are expected to accelerate in completing the roster. For now, Curry, Butler, and Green remain composed. They know the way. They only await the first move.

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