Warriors Coach Steve Kerr Backs Jonathan Kuminga

Merlin sees Golden State coach Steve Kerr admit the basketball fit with Jonathan Kuminga never clicked, saying "we couldn't quite offer him what he needed." Kuminga, now with Atlanta, told reporters "I am not worried about the past, I'm here" after a cordial reunion with former teammates, even though he scored two points on 1-of-9 shooting in the Hawks' win. The exchange framed why the Warriors moved on. Merlin notes Kuminga was a No. 7 pick who landed in a championship window and never got the steady 35 minutes he needed to learn from mistakes. At 23, consistent playing time will decide if he becomes the versatile wing Atlanta hopes for. Kerr and Kuminga showing no hard feelings keeps the story open.