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Warriors' Kuminga Struggles Amid Team's Dominant Win

12/8/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Jonathan Kuminga, a forward for the Golden State Warriors, received a Did Not Play designation during the 123-91 win over the Chicago Bulls.
The game ran without Stephen Curry and Draymond Green.
Coach Steve Kerr said rotation decisions depend on team performance and player availability.
Kuminga has struggled since returning from a knee injury, averaging 7.8 points on 30% shooting over last four games, with trade eligibility on January 15.

History

Historical Context

The NBA established a trade deadline on February 24, 2011, during a season shortened by a lockout that began on July 1, 2011, and ended on December 8, 2011. This deadline has since shaped team strategies and player movements, as seen in the Golden State Warriors' roster decisions under Coach Mark Jackson. Today, Jonathan Kuminga's trade eligibility reflects the ongoing influence of these deadlines on team dynamics.

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Story summary

Jonathan Kuminga, a forward for the Golden State Warriors, received a Did Not Play designation during the 123-91 win over the Chicago Bulls.
The game ran without Stephen Curry and Draymond Green.
Coach Steve Kerr said rotation decisions depend on team performance and player availability.
Kuminga has struggled since returning from a knee injury, averaging 7.8 points on 30% shooting over last four games, with trade eligibility on January 15.

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