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Warriors' Kuminga Benched as Playoff Speculations Rise

4/13/2025

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In a surprising turn, Jonathan Kuminga found himself benched during the Warriors' pivotal regular-season finale against the Clippers, marking his first DNP-Coach's Decision of the season. Coach Steve Kerr pointed to lineup adjustments following Jimmy Butler's arrival. As the Warriors gear up for a play-in showdown with the Grizzlies, Kuminga's future hangs in the balance, stirring speculation about his contract.

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In a surprising turn, Jonathan Kuminga found himself benched during the Warriors' pivotal regular-season finale against the Clippers, marking his first DNP-Coach's Decision of the season. Coach Steve Kerr pointed to lineup adjustments following Jimmy Butler's arrival. As the Warriors gear up for a play-in showdown with the Grizzlies, Kuminga's future hangs in the balance, stirring speculation about his contract.