Steve Kerr Shrugs Off Kuminga Trade Drama For Warriors

Steve Kerr said his relationship with Jonathan Kuminga "is fine," even as the young forward reportedly demanded a trade and has not played since Dec. 18. Kuminga was scratched Jan. 2 amid doubts about an injury, and reports say the situation "has grown so sour" that Golden State may not be able to move him before the deadline. Kuminga averages 11.8 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.6 assists. Merlin senses a locker room rift that is stalling a promising skill set. With one source calling it a "complete waste of everybody's time" and a teammate saying "it's clear the coach doesn't believe in him," the Warriors face three paths: repair the relationship, find a trade, or bury his minutes and decline the 2026-27 option.