Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga’s future remains uncertain as the 2025 free agency period approaches, with both the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat emerging as possible landing spots. NBA insider Jake Fischer revealed that the Bulls have maintained a consistent interest in Kuminga and have previously discussed trade possibilities involving him with Golden State.
Sources say that Chicago has as an ongoing interest in the 22-year-old forward,
Fischer wrote.
This tracks with past interest that the Bulls have shown in Kuminga in previous trade discussions with Golden State over the past two seasons involving players such as Alex Caruso, Zach LaVine and Nikola Vučević.
—Jake Fischer, NBA insider
Miami Heat’s Strategy Linked to Kevin Durant’s Future
Miami could also target Kuminga, particularly if a trade for Kevin Durant fails to materialize. Fischer noted that the Heat consider Kuminga among the possible guards and wing players to acquire as a backup plan if they are unable to secure Durant this summer.
The reality for Kuminga is that a clearer read on his summer landscape is unlikely to reveal itself until Kevin Durant’s trade future is resolved and the NBA’s most accomplished scoring forward widely regarded as available has a new team,
Fischer explained.
There is a belief among some rival teams, for example, that Miami could emerge as a potential Kuminga suitor — among various guards and swingmen that the Heat could target — if Pat Riley and Co. do not win the Durant Trade Sweepstakes.
—Jake Fischer, NBA insider
Kuminga’s Outlook with Golden State and NBA Performance
Despite interest from other teams, Fischer suggested that it remains most probable Kuminga will return to the Warriors. After completing his fourth NBA season, Kuminga averaged 15.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists across 47 games during the 2024-25 campaign. His role saw limitations following the midseason acquisition of Jimmy Butler, which reduced his playing time and postseason starts.
Both Chicago and Miami are searching to boost their rosters, with Chicago finishing last season at 39-43 and missing the playoffs for the third year in a row. Miami ended with a 37-45 record but managed to progress through the play-in tournament before being eliminated in the first round.
Implications and What to Watch This Offseason
Whether as a primary target or a fallback option, the Bulls and Heat represent significant possibilities for Kuminga if negotiations with Golden State fall through. The unfolding of Kevin Durant’s trade resolution will likely influence Miami’s moves and could shape Kuminga’s next destination, making this offseason a critical period for the young forward’s career trajectory.