LAST REPORT: Golden State Warriors Have Potential Trade Partner for Jonathan Kuminga: Report…….. view more

The“last report”: the Golden State Warriors reportedly have a deal in play that could send Jonathan Kuminga to a new destination. Let’s break it down

According to a Times of India report this week, the Warriors are eyeing former Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins—a 6’9″ athletic big man on a $125 million contract. In the deal, Golden State is prepared to send Jonathan Kuminga in return in an effort to boost their size and offensive versatility around Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler

Why This Deal Makes Sense

For the Warriors:

• Immediate frontcourt improvement – Collins brings rebounding, rim-running, and solid shooting—something the Warriors have lacked.
• Championship window – With Curry and Butler anchoring the roster, the short-term win-now mentality is clear.
• Kuminga as trade chip – While still young and promising, Kuminga’s inconsistent 3-point shooting and fit alongside the core make him expendable for now.

For the Hawks (or whichever team gets Kuminga):

• Youth and upside – Kuminga is just 22, with star potential—particularly on defense and in transition—offering a boost to a rebuilding roster.

What We’ve Seen So Far

• No official confirmation from either team yet.
• Discussion has focused on matching salaries and whether the Hawks—or any team—are willing to take on Collins’s $125M deal.
• The Warriors appear in a position where embracing such a trade aligns with their stated needs: size, shooting, and athleticism

Bottom Line

• Trade Target: Golden State is exploring a sign‑and‑trade or direct swap for John Collins.
• Asset Departing: Jonathan Kuminga would likely be the key piece going back.
• Why It’s Happening: The Warriors are balancing short-term competitiveness with long-term development—Collins helps now, Kuminga offers upside elsewhere.

As always with NBA trade rumors, nothing is official until confirmed by the teams or reported with solid sources—but this latest twist makes sense, given the Warriors’ offseason posture and roster construction goals.

Let me know if you want a deep dive into Collins’s game, Kuminga’s timeline, or how this impacts Golden State’s broader roster strategy