After a dreadful summer between the Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga, figuring out his future, he signed a two-year, $46 million contract to stay with the team.
Through four games, this looks like a great deal.
Kuminga has been exceeding all expectations and is the additional wing scorer this team desperately needs.
Unfortunately, his antics this summer can’t just be swept under the rug.
He will be available for trade on January 15, and Athlon Sports’ Nathaniel Holloway proposes what might be a controversial idea for the Warriors.
“With the Suns in a rebuild, moving on from (Grayson) Allen seems likely to happen this season, along with (Nick) Richards who has had a lessened role this year with Phoenix’s improved depth,” Holloway said Monday.
“For the Suns, adding Kuminga to their roster would give them another solid young player to build around for the future, especially with the former lottery pick showing signs of being a potential star in the right situation.”
As Holloway mentioned, the Phoenix Suns seem to be moving toward a rebuild, and Kuminga would be a great piece going forward.
Through four games this season, he has averaged 18 points and eight rebounds a game.
The Warriors would acquire Grayson Allen, a player known for his aggressive and often controversial defensive style.
It hasn’t been too bad the past few years, but he hasn’t been able to shake that reputation.
Despite his play style, he has played exceptionally well so far for Phoenix.
In a career high 34.8 minutes per game, he has averaged 17.5 points per game on 38 percent from three.
On top of that, Nick Richards could be a legit big man to add to their rotation, taking the pressure off of Al Horford and Draymond Green.
Trading away the former lottery pick may be hard, but if they were to get back two valuable pieces, it may be worth it.
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