Potential Free Agent/Trade/Sign Tracker, '25-'26 Season
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Unless the FA is very certain it can pull of a Kuminga deal pretty damned quick, the time is now to get someone who is signable and will provide some help. We don’t want to be left standing at the altar.
Yeah, no GM is blinking. Dunleavy being a turd, trying to act like he's so important to their future when Kerr said this a month ago:
they played themselves.
Tetsujin
The Game Thread Dude
The thing is that the league at large would much rather the Warriors waste 20 million dollars plus of their cap space and push themselves into the apron paying a guy who their coach hates and would never really use than use that space on a player Kerr would actually like lol
So stupid. You have what, 2-3 years of Steph? Maybe? Age cliff can come for anybody at anytime.
You should not be wasting any valuable time you have with a player like Steph being petty.
Again, if they thought he was a foundation piece, he'd have signed already
SacKings123
G-League
I’m glad that Perry is being patient and letting this unfold how it should.
If we get Kuminga while keeping Keegan and Keon, great! We have a possible future core to build around. If not, then great! We can aim for the lottery in a loaded 2026 draft class.
No need to force
twslam07
All-Star
Assuming we do a S&T for Kuminga and send out Saric, Carter, and 2nds, wondering if a trade with this framework would interest all teams…
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DAL Gets: DeMar DeRozan
DAL Gives: Caleb Martin, Naji Marshall, Dwight Powell, & Olivier Maxence-Prosper
Why for DAL? Mavs get a good go-to scorer & playmaker to help keep them afloat while Irving rehabs. I originally had Monk as a good fit for them, but after they signed Russell, I don’t think that makes a ton of sense anymore.
PG - Irving / Russell / Exum / Williams
SG - Thompson / Christie / Hardy
SF - Flagg / DeRozan
PF - Davis / Washington
C - Lively / Gafford
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MIL Gets: Malik Monk, Naji Marshall, & Dwight Powell
MIL Gives: Kyle Kuzma, Tyler Smith, & 2031 MIL 1st (Unprotected)
Why for MIL? Kuzma hasn’t been a good fit for the Bucks so they move him for two impact players that can help fill in around Giannis and Turner (in hopes that it gives them a chance of making another finals run in a weakened eastern conference).
PG - Monk / Micic / Porter
SG - Trent / Green / Harris
SF - Marshall / Prince / Jackson
PF - Giannis / Portis
C - Turner / Sims / Powell
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SAC Gets: Kyle Kuzma, Caleb Martin, Olivier Maxence-Prosper, Tyler Smith, & 2031 MIL 1st (Unprotected)
SAC Gives: DeMar DeRozan & Malik Monk
Why for SAC? We have Schroder, LaVine, Ellis, Clifford, and maybe Westbrook in the backcourt. It would be good to clear that log jam by sending out Monk. With Kuminga being brought in, both starting forward spots are taken making DeRozan more expendable. However, Kuzma would be a decent forward off the bench that can provide some scoring punch and play either SF or PF (something DeRozan can’t effectively do). Martin’s a solid bench wing as well who I think fits Perry’s identity for this team. We also get a couple swings on a pair of young, athletic, long forwards in Prosper (7’1” wingspan & 8’8” standing reach) & Smith (7’1” wingspan & 8’9” standing reach) who maybe have an outside chance at carving out a valuable 3&D role down the road. As additional compensation, we get an unprotected 2031 1st to give us yet another 1st round pick to add to our warchest. Lastly, I’d waive Davis to get us to 15 players (assuming we sign Westbrook as our backup PG).
PG - Schroder / Westbrook
SG - LaVine / Ellis / Clifford
SF - Murray / Martin / Prosper
PF - Kuminga / Kuzma / Raynaud / Smith
C - Sabonis / Eubanks / Jones
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Obviously we’re not competing for a championship with this roster, but this team feels much more balanced at the very least. And we’d have our high potential piece in Kuminga that we hope could develop into an all star while also having a lot of interesting young pieces developing in the background: Keegan Murray (25), Keon Ellis (25), Isaac Jones (25), Olivier Maxence-Prosper (23), Nique Clifford (23), Isaiah Crawford (23), Maxime Raynaud (22), & Tyler Smith (20).
Not to mention we’d have the following 1sts under our control…
2026 SAC 1st
2027 SAC 1st
2027 SAS 1st (Protected 17-30)
2028 SAC 1st
2029 SAC 1st
2030 SAC 1st
2031 SAC 1st
2031 MIN 1st
2031 MIL 1st
2032 SAC 1st
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DAL Gets: DeMar DeRozan
DAL Gives: Caleb Martin, Naji Marshall, Dwight Powell, & Olivier Maxence-Prosper
Why for DAL? Mavs get a good go-to scorer & playmaker to help keep them afloat while Irving rehabs. I originally had Monk as a good fit for them, but after they signed Russell, I don’t think that makes a ton of sense anymore.
PG - Irving / Russell / Exum / Williams
SG - Thompson / Christie / Hardy
SF - Flagg / DeRozan
PF - Davis / Washington
C - Lively / Gafford
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MIL Gets: Malik Monk, Naji Marshall, & Dwight Powell
MIL Gives: Kyle Kuzma, Tyler Smith, & 2031 MIL 1st (Unprotected)
Why for MIL? Kuzma hasn’t been a good fit for the Bucks so they move him for two impact players that can help fill in around Giannis and Turner (in hopes that it gives them a chance of making another finals run in a weakened eastern conference).
PG - Monk / Micic / Porter
SG - Trent / Green / Harris
SF - Marshall / Prince / Jackson
PF - Giannis / Portis
C - Turner / Sims / Powell
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SAC Gets: Kyle Kuzma, Caleb Martin, Olivier Maxence-Prosper, Tyler Smith, & 2031 MIL 1st (Unprotected)
SAC Gives: DeMar DeRozan & Malik Monk
Why for SAC? We have Schroder, LaVine, Ellis, Clifford, and maybe Westbrook in the backcourt. It would be good to clear that log jam by sending out Monk. With Kuminga being brought in, both starting forward spots are taken making DeRozan more expendable. However, Kuzma would be a decent forward off the bench that can provide some scoring punch and play either SF or PF (something DeRozan can’t effectively do). Martin’s a solid bench wing as well who I think fits Perry’s identity for this team. We also get a couple swings on a pair of young, athletic, long forwards in Prosper (7’1” wingspan & 8’8” standing reach) & Smith (7’1” wingspan & 8’9” standing reach) who maybe have an outside chance at carving out a valuable 3&D role down the road. As additional compensation, we get an unprotected 2031 1st to give us yet another 1st round pick to add to our warchest. Lastly, I’d waive Davis to get us to 15 players (assuming we sign Westbrook as our backup PG).
PG - Schroder / Westbrook
SG - LaVine / Ellis / Clifford
SF - Murray / Martin / Prosper
PF - Kuminga / Kuzma / Raynaud / Smith
C - Sabonis / Eubanks / Jones
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Obviously we’re not competing for a championship with this roster, but this team feels much more balanced at the very least. And we’d have our high potential piece in Kuminga that we hope could develop into an all star while also having a lot of interesting young pieces developing in the background: Keegan Murray (25), Keon Ellis (25), Isaac Jones (25), Olivier Maxence-Prosper (23), Nique Clifford (23), Isaiah Crawford (23), Maxime Raynaud (22), & Tyler Smith (20).
Not to mention we’d have the following 1sts under our control…
2026 SAC 1st
2027 SAC 1st
2027 SAS 1st (Protected 17-30)
2028 SAC 1st
2029 SAC 1st
2030 SAC 1st
2031 SAC 1st
2031 MIN 1st
2031 MIL 1st
2032 SAC 1st
Can we just NOT take Kuzma? Otherwise, I do like the overall idea.
ockingsfan
Starter
If the Warriors try and play hard ball and block any sign and trade of Kuminga, they are going to find themselves over the 1st apron and unable to bring any other player in, like Al Horford that they are rumored to sign.
It's been clear to everyone that the Warriors and Kuminga do not want to continue on together. The Warriors can pretend all they want that they won't make a deal, but if they force Kuminga to re-sign with them, they won't be able to make any other moves. I expect Kuminga will be in a S&T by this Sunday, when deals become official.
serbiangoat
Starter
If the Kings are intent on trading Monk I would not mind Dillion Brooks to shake things up him Murray and LaVine fit nice with Sabonis. This is only if the Kings convo with Monk did not go well and he demanded to be a starter. (Obviously would prefer to trade DDR and LaVine but reality.....)
Brooks despite the flaws (IQ shot selection) has made both the Grizz and Rockets better imo.
Brooks despite the flaws (IQ shot selection) has made both the Grizz and Rockets better imo.
twslam07
All-Star
Yeah obviously the downside is taking back Kuzma but he’s only got 2 more years on his deal (aligning with LaVine & Schroder).
Maybe Kuzma could be rerouted to another team though. Although it’s hard to think of a team who would be clamoring for his services. Maybe we could flip him for a better backup C like Vucevic, Zach Collins, Nurkic, etc.
However, we’d be pretty light at PF if we move him. Murray and Kuminga would be the only reliable options (and Murray would be starting and logging a lot of minutes at SF next to Kuminga). You’d have to rely on Raynaud, Prosper, or Smith being able to contribute which is a big “if,” but considering we’re not competing for a championship anytime soon, perhaps allowing those 3 guys to compete for those minutes will yield a good outcome and further along their development.
For all you Ham fans, saw a video yesterday with him saying something will happen by this weekend. Think he was suggesting Kuminga to the Kings. There you have it.
I’m actually loosing interest in Kuminga, don’t like this wants to be the “guy rhetoric and hearing a couple podcasts saying he’s not the most willing passer and doesn’t adapt to team needs. I don’t really know, hate the Warriors, haven’t watched a game of theirs since our 1st round meeting.
I am definitely more keen on what the Rockets plan to do with all their forwards.
I’m actually loosing interest in Kuminga, don’t like this wants to be the “guy rhetoric and hearing a couple podcasts saying he’s not the most willing passer and doesn’t adapt to team needs. I don’t really know, hate the Warriors, haven’t watched a game of theirs since our 1st round meeting.
I am definitely more keen on what the Rockets plan to do with all their forwards.
White_Chocolate
Starter
The rockets would definitely be a safer avenue. However, I feel like it’s wise to go for distressed talent for a team like us. My hope is we make the Kuminga deal and then move one of Monk or Derozan for a small return ( 2nd rounders + salary type of thing)
Alright, they can just keep and pay 5 dudes 200mil lol
Jdbraver137
Bench
Even if the Kings don’t get Kuminga they are going to tie up the warriors into paying the tax and getting little for Kuminga. Keep the pressure on.
RX-8
Prospect
Wondering how warriors fans might feel about getting Lavine. Seems like he’d slot in perfectly between Curry, Butler and Draymond.
SAC: Schroder, Moody, Kuminga @ $34.5M
GSW: Lavine
DET: Hield
This could also work with us having to include Keon or even as a 2 team trade where we take back Buddy
SAC: Schroder, Moody, Kuminga @ $34.5M
GSW: Lavine
DET: Hield
This could also work with us having to include Keon or even as a 2 team trade where we take back Buddy
Detroit has Hield before. I don’t think they want him back
ockingsfan
Starter
I'm sure Vlade can sympathize. I'm sure they had a better offer on the table before the trade deadline, but they let it slip away.
So now you either P-off JK and his agent by forcing him to stay, sign him to a deal that ties up your salary cap so you can't make any moves, or you take the best offer on the table tomorrow morning. None of those options are ideal, but the clock is ticking and they will be forced to make a decision by tomorrow, for all intents and purposes.
Joshyjosh31
Starter
If we give up Carter I’m gonna lose it who are we bidding against to have to give up a lottery picked prospect. Offer them monk if they don’t want him then let them keep kuminga
Eh, I disagree here. And I'm co-captain of the Carter brigade with sactownkid.
My only stipulation with trading carter is we better be getting an upside piece back. Kuminga is that and at a position of need.
I'd be angry if Keon were in the deal, but you'd at least still have Carter.
Joshyjosh31
Starter
But why do we need to give them Carter we’re in a bidding war against ourselves the only other team even mentioned is Miami. It’s clear GSW doesn’t value Kuminga or he wouldn’t have been benched until injuries happened
Then again Kuminga is extremely young with untapped potential
I mean they can just retain him too. It'll f their cap, but they can do it.
Kuminga is a very good swing for the Kings. If it costs you a good prospect at our position of strength... eh that's probably fine
SacTownKid
Hall of Famer
Hmmm... I'm not so sure about that. He's played for 4 seasons and has basically shown himself for what he is at this point which is a pretty versatile scorer. The question is how much the productivity ticks up with more minutes. His value is all production based at this point. Can he get to that 25 ppg type of player or not? Depending on what a team pays and has to give up in trade determines whether this pushes a franchise forward or down the hole. Remember, the Warriors are in the drivers seat folks, they just are, and they've shown they'll hang onto young talent beyond it's expiring date when they should trade it like with Wiseman and maybe Moody. They also have time on their side. They are the ones that can drag this out and if they do the suitors could very well eventually disappear and wait until the deadline or next summer.
SacTownKid
Hall of Famer
It might be, but if Kuminga isn't what the Kings think he is and they pay him 30 million plus a season right off the get while giving up the one lone lottery pick under 25 years of age next season then it might hurt more than people think. That said, they'll want the farm and if I were them I'd do the same exact thing. Unless something goes down where the Warriors want to just get it over with a Kuminga suitor is paying in some way.
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