PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns have recently been linked in trade rumors with Golden State Warriors star Jonathan Kuminga, as the Suns are looking to explore every opportunity.
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Feb 10, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) dunks against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports
After recently agreeing to a buyout with star shooting guard Bradley Beal, the Phoenix Suns have been in contact with the Golden State Warriors about restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga (Credit Jake Fischer | The Stein Line). The average of $25 million per year, even in the short term, is the rumored desired salary for Kuminga at this point.
Nov 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Suns guard Devin Booker (1) puts up a layup over Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
Chances of Jonathan Kuminga landing with the Phoenix Suns:
It hasn’t been a stable situation for Kuminga in Golden State, as he has voiced his concerns about needing a bigger role. There will be some hurdles to jump through if the Suns do want to pursue Kuminga. The Warriors have been adamant about receiving first-round picks as compensation, which Phoenix does not have. There is a good chance that if the Suns want to finalize a deal, a third party may need to be involved.
The Phoenix Suns are the latest team to show interest in Jonathan Kuminga, per @JakeLFischer
“Sources say Phoenix, meanwhile, is the latest team to express exploratory interest in a Kuminga sign-and-trade … challenging as it would be for the Suns to make such a deal happen.… pic.twitter.com/8BFkmUcncZ
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) July 17, 2025
What truly separates Kuminga is his ability to create a ton of space for guys like Devin Booker and Jalen Green. His skillset of being able to slash and drive could provide ample opportunities while also addressing a lob threat. The 23-year-old averaged 15.3 points per game and shot 45.5% from the field goal range in 47 games played for the Golden State Warriors during the 2024-2025 season.
Feb 10, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) dunks against the Suns during the second half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports
Although they have had their eyes on the Warriors star for a while, Kuminga has been tied to other franchises such as the Sacramento Kings and Chicago Bulls as well. For the Suns at this point in time, taking a chance on a guy like Kuminga could end up being beneficial.
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Reporter Benjamin Bliklen covers the Arizona Diamondbacks and Arizona Cardinals for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on his X account, @BenBliklen
