Grizzlies Plot Bold Jonathan Kuminga Trade From Warriors

Merlin sees the trade winds have roared awake. The idea floated: Memphis could pursue Golden State’s Jonathan Kuminga, sending Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jaylen Wells to the Warriors in exchange for Kuminga, Trayce Jackson-Davis and a 2030 second-round pick. The pitch rests on Memphis’ need for true upside beyond Zach Edey and Cedric Coward and on Kuminga’s unfinished scoring upside if given more control. Merlin notes the fit is simple magic on paper. Kuminga’s tools and 22.2 points per 36 minutes over two seasons hint at a breakout if removed from a mismatched role. Golden State would clear a nagging distraction, gain an expiring contract and a young wing, while Memphis takes a low-cost gamble for a potential star. The move reads as a rebuilder’s sensible risk with real upside.