Kings Offer Malik Monk For Kuminga — Warriors Wary

Merlin sees a trade to send Jonathan Kuminga from Golden State to Sacramento stirring back to life. Sam Amick reports talks "renewed earlier this week" after a month; the Kings offered Malik Monk and a lottery‑protected 2030 first for Kuminga and would give him a three‑year, $63 million deal. There’s been "no significant progress" — the Warriors are wary of Monk’s 2027‑28 $21.5 million player option and want more flexibility. Merlin notes Kuminga averaged 15.3 points, holds restricted free‑agent leverage, and has rejected offers that leave too much team control. Monk had a career year but his contract complicates a swap. With training camp on Sept. 29 adding pressure, Merlin expects talks to continue but thinks a quick resolution is unlikely.