Hawks Opt Against $24.3M Option for Jonathan Kuminga

WHO:

Hoops Rumors - Jonathan Kuminga, 23, is represented by Aaron Turner.

RealGM Basketball - The Atlanta Hawks and Golden State Warriors are involved in the transaction.

WHAT:

Hoops Rumors - The Hawks declined their $24.3 million team option on Jonathan Kuminga for the 2026/27 season.

RealGM Basketball - Kuminga will become an unrestricted free agent.

Hoops Rumors - Kuminga averaged 12.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists in 16 games for Atlanta, with a shooting line of .476/.346/.702.

RealGM Basketball - Kuminga averaged 12.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists in his time with the Hawks.

WHERE:

Hoops Rumors - The trade involving Kuminga occurred when he was sent from the Warriors to the Hawks.

RealGM Basketball - The Hawks are based in Atlanta.

WHEN:

Hoops Rumors - Kuminga was traded to the Hawks ahead of February’s trade deadline.

Hoops Rumors - Kuminga spent about three months in restricted free agency in 2025 before signing with the Warriors.

WHY:

Hoops Rumors - The Hawks declined the option to gain more spending flexibility entering free agency.

Hoops Rumors - The Hawks engaged in discussions with multiple teams about Kuminga trade scenarios before the option deadline, but found none compelling enough.

HOW:

Hoops Rumors - Kuminga was traded to the Hawks as part of a package deal that included Buddy Hield in exchange for Kristaps Porzingis.

The Atlanta Hawks have declined their $24.3 million team option on Jonathan Kuminga, making him an unrestricted free agent. During his time with the Hawks, Kuminga averaged 12.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists, contributing to the team after being traded from the Golden State Warriors in a deal that also involved Buddy Hield and Kristaps Porzingis. The Hawks made this decision to gain more spending flexibility as they prepare for free agency, having explored various trade scenarios for Kuminga before the option deadline.