The Golden State Warriors are focusing on resolving Jonathan Kuminga’s contract situation.
Young forward rejected a three-year $75.2 million offer due to his third-year team option, preferring a player option for future control.
The stalemate affected the entire Golden State offseason, preventing key roster moves as Jonathan Kuminga waits for resolution before the October 1 deadline, when he can sign the qualifying offer instead.
According to sportscaster David Jacoby, the Warriors face another challenge beyond Cuminga’s contract and roster construction.
Jimmy Butler recently contacted the front office, questioning the team’s instructions. This is what Jacoby sees as a dangerous development.
“There’s a giant elephant in the room, the elephant’s name is Jimmy Butler, and today and yesterday’s report is that Jimmy Butler is making calls like, “What are we doing, guys?”
The concern stems from Butler’s previous issues regarding the Miami fever that led to his warrior trade.
Butler’s complaints have resulted in media complaints, suspensions and team chemistry issues, making Miami worse rather than better.
Jacoby highlighted Butler’s proven ability to disrupt the dynamics of his team when the organization feels it’s not meeting expectations.
His patterns of behavior suggest that urgent action may be required to prevent larger problems.
“When Jimmy Butler starts making calls, something has to be accomplished because no one knows how to tear the chemistry of a team more than Jimmy Butler. If he’s unhappy and he feels the organization isn’t doing it right by the players and other teams,” warned Jacoby.
“If Jimmy Butler starts calling, something has to happen,” he said repeatedly.
Despite these concerns, recent reports show that Warriors veterans themselves, including Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Butler himself, are confident about the construction of the roster for next season, the situation in Cuminga and their championship aspirations.
The inconsistency between Butler’s reported confidence and his interrogation phone calls suggests underlying tensions that could escalate if the Warriors do not quickly address his concerns during this critical offseason.