The major news for the Golden State Warriors ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season is that the franchise is not interested in signing budding star Jonathan Kuminga to a max extension.
Despite posting a career-high 16.1 points and 4.8 rebounds per game last season, the Warriors don’t believe the forward is indispensable and could look to cash in on him this summer considering he has a $10,240,287 qualifying offer in 2025-26 and could be a free agent after that.
Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Lakers could look to improve their roster depth and add a budding star to pair with LeBron James and Anthony Davis by engaging in a blockbuster deal for Jonathan Kuminga. We have proposed what this trade package could look like and it would break the media if it were to happen.
Trade Details
Golden State Warriors Receive: Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt, Jalen Hood-Schifino, Christian Wood, 2029 First-Round Top-10 Protected Pick (LAL)
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: Jonathan Kuminga
This trade package sees two rivals engage in a shocking mock trade and we will break down how it works out for both teams and who would win this deal.
The addition of Jonathan Kuminga gives the Los Angeles Lakers a dynamic two-way player who can develop alongside Anthony Davis and serve as a cornerstone for the team once LeBron James eventually retires.
Kuminga, who averaged 16.1 points and 4.8 rebounds per game last season, has shown flashes of All-Star potential with his athleticism, defensive versatility, and ability to score at all three levels. His size at 6’8″ and wingspan make him an ideal modern forward who has highlight-reel plays in his game and fits the Lakers in that sense.
Kuminga’s ceiling remains high due to his age and skill set. At just 21 years old heading into the 2024-25 season, he provides the Lakers with a young star to build around in the post-LeBron era.
His ability to run the floor and contribute defensively fits seamlessly into the Lakers’ system, where they’ve historically valued players who can both protect the rim and excel in transition. Pairing Kuminga with Davis, a dominant defensive force, creates a formidable frontcourt with immense potential on both ends of the floor.
