Kuminga CAUSES A SHOCK: Demands $200 MILLION – Warriors ‘THROW A BOMB’ AND REJECTS, Lakers ARE READY TO WELCOME!

A tense showdown is underway between Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors after the young forward formally requested a five-year, $200 million contract – a price that left Warriors management “stunned” and immediately rejected.

“No $200 million, no deal” – Kuminga issues ultimatum

According to an exclusive report from The Athletic, Kuminga and his representatives met with GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. last week with a clear message: “If I don’t get the maximum salary, I’m willing to try the free market.”

– Salary requirement: ~$40 million/year

– Kuminga’s reason: “I’m the future of the team, have proven All-Star potential” (16.5 points, 6.2 rebounds in 2023-24)

– Warriors’ reaction: “Too high compared to current value” – flatly refused

Lakers jumped in to “steal people”, ready to spend big

As soon as the news of Warriors rejecting Kuminga spread, the Los Angeles Lakers immediately took action. Sources from Bleacher Report revealed:

– Lakers are willing to pay MAX 5 years/195 million USD (only 5 million lower than requested)

– LeBron James personally called to convince Kuminga to join

– Strategic plan: Turn Kuminga into a pillar of inheritance after LeBron retires

“The Lakers want Kuminga at all costs. They see this as a rare opportunity to have a young star of high caliber” – NBA journalist Chris Haynes said.

Warriors face a “lost both” disaster?

If Kuminga leaves, Golden State will face 3 big risks:

1️⃣ Steph Curry may be dissatisfied – has publicly supported keeping Kuminga

2️⃣ Losing the only young talent who can replace Draymond Green

3️⃣ Forced to rebuild early – even though they are still in “fighting mode”

“The Warriors are playing with fire. They save a few million dollars but may lose their future” – former GM Bob Myers warned.

Kuminga’s reaction: “I want to be paid what I’m worth”

On Twitter, Kuminga posted a mysterious status: “Know your worth.” (Know your worth) with the 💰 symbol.

Meanwhile, his representative confirmed: “We will consider all options. Jonathan wants to stay with the Warriors, but not at a bargain price.”

Predicted scenario: Where will Kuminga go?

– 55% to Lakers – if Warriors do not compromise

– 30% to stay with Warriors – if both sides compromise (~170 million)

– 15% sign-and-trade – 3rd team like Orlando, Detroit jump in

>> NEW UPDATE: Warriors just held an emergency meeting, are said to be considering raising the offer to 5 years/185 million to keep Kuminga.

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