The Golden State Warriors remain in a stall with restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga after he declined their recent contract offer. Reports on Wednesday revealed the team had proposed a two-year deal worth $45 million, but Kuminga refused to accept it, leaving the Warriors’ offseason in limbo.

Impact of Kuminga’s Decision on Warriors’ Offseason Activity

Kuminga’s contract negotiation is directly influencing how the Warriors proceed with their roster decisions. So far, no new signings in free agency have been finalized, despite the franchise’s interest in several potential free agents. The hesitation stems from uncertainty surrounding Kuminga’s status with the team.

Key Players Confirm Kuminga as the Bottleneck in Negotiations

On a recent NBA Today episode, ESPN’s Marc J. Spears shared insights from conversations with Warriors players about the stalled progress. Gary Payton II, a free agent who has spent most of the last five seasons with Golden State, briefly confirmed that the unresolved Kuminga deal is holding up other offseason moves. Spears recounted,

“I saw Gary Payton II two days ago, and I’m like, ‘What’s going on?'”

—Marc J. Spears

“He’s like, ‘Waiting on JK (Kuminga). He is, Al Horford is.”

—Marc J. Spears

Alongside Payton, veteran forward Al Horford’s plans also appear influenced by the ongoing negotiation. Other players, such as De’Anthony Melton, who was sidelined last season due to an ACL injury, have also been linked to the Warriors’ offseason strategy.

Uncertainty Ahead for Golden State Warriors’ Roster Moves

With Kuminga’s refusal of the Warriors’ offer, the team faces mounting frustration and tension as it tries to finalize its lineup. The unresolved status of one of their promising young talents could delay commitments from other key players. How this situation evolves will be critical for the Warriors’ competitiveness in the upcoming season, as they balance contract demands with roster continuity.