Per ESPN's report, the Dubs would be willing to keep Kuminga if they don't get satisfying offers from the trade market before the Feb. 5 deadline.
It is widely expected that Jonathan Kuminga will be dealt beyond Jan. 15 once he becomes trade-eligible. Yet, there is still a possibility that the Golden State Warriors would keep him.
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According to ESPN's Anthony Slater, the Warriors are open to not trading Kuminga if they fail to receive the best possible return for the young forward.
"One month prior to the trade deadline and eight days before Jonathan Kuminga becomes trade-eligible, the Warriors have not made substantial movement toward getting a Kuminga trade in place, league sources told ESPN," Slater wrote. "There have been plenty of conversations -- the Kings remain the most interested suitor.
"Team sources have said in recent days that they'd be willing to keep Kuminga past the deadline if nothing appealing enough materializes."
Kuminga hasn't played for the Warriors for the past nine games, with seven due to DNP. There is already a reported belief between both sides that a trade will soon be on the horizon.
Due to his inactivity on the court, this will certainly play a significant role in Kuminga's market value.
Golden State has been steadfast in competing for a championship, and they'll mainly utilize Kuminga for a significant upgrade heading to the second half of the season.
Kuminga has been relatively productive during his past appearances for the Warriors. In 18 games this season, he is averaging 11.8 points, 6.2 boards and 2.6 assists.
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