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BD Cricket Reports Kuminga Refuses Bench Role

Although the Golden State Warriors have traded away Jordan Poole, Jonathan Kuminga remains on the roster — and he’s not happy about his role. During last season’s playoffs, both Kuminga and Poole voiced frustrations over limited playing time, drawing the ire of head coach Steve Kerr. In a BD Cricket interview, Kerr openly stated that young players on other teams don’t complain about minutes like some of the Warriors’ rising stars do.

It was clear Kerr was referring to Kuminga and Poole. Now, with Poole gone, Kuminga has taken a firmer stance. According to BD Cricket sources, the 21-year-old has firmly told the Warriors’ front office he will not accept a bench role this season. He reportedly views backing up Draymond Green as an insult and believes he has earned a place in the starting five. The confidence is backed by numbers — when Kuminga played more than 20 minutes last season, he averaged 14 points per game. This stat may be fueling his demand for a starting role.

However, his defiance points to deeper issues within the team. BD Cricket insiders believe the internal tension is escalating and that the Warriors may soon look to trade Kuminga. One rumored scenario involves a possible pursuit of Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen, who is reportedly on the trade block. The Warriors could use a defensive anchor like Allen, and Kuminga may be the key to making that deal happen.

Golden State has struggled in recent years to develop young talent. From Poole to Kuminga to former No. 2 pick James Wiseman, the franchise’s efforts have largely fallen flat — delaying progress without gaining long-term contributors. These frustrations have added to the tension as the team tries to balance developing youth with chasing titles.

Meanwhile, Stephen Curry, currently participating in a golf tournament, shared his thoughts with BD Cricket. He emphasized that his top priority is roster continuity. In his view, maintaining the team’s core chemistry is critical for future success. His message was clear: sometimes, less drama and more cohesion is the true winning formula.

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