With Jonathan Kuminga back, Warriors have the chance to shift into another gear
Against the Kings, Kuminga got his points by driving closeouts, pushing in transition and cutting off the ball. After his first bucket, owner Joe Lacob stood up in his courtside seat and thrusted both fists in the air. There was no over-dribbling, ball-stopping or going 1-on-1, and he still scored almost a point per minute.
Jonathan Kuminga impresses in return, gives Warriors ‘different dimension’ in rout of Kings
The Warriors now have that pop back in their lineup. Kuminga, who was finally given the Rick Celebrini green light, returned in a 130-104 Thursday night blowout win over the Sacramento Kings. Kuminga went for 18 points in 20 minutes, living at the rim against a Kings defense springing leaks all over while selling out to contain Steph Curry.
On track to return, Jonathan Kuminga rejoining different Warriors group
During Kuminga’s rehab process, the Warriors reinvented themselves. They stumbled into the trade deadline before acquiring Jimmy Butler, who has saved their season. They’re 12-1 with Butler in the lineup and have surged from 11th to sixth in the West.
Star Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis ascendant young Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga suit up for ...
Kuminga played his first minutes alongside Jimmy Butler late in the first half, entering with the Warriors up 20. The group — ...
For instance, in a team where every member is dedicated to mutual growth, players like Kuminga can thrive. This environment promotes a cycle of positive reinforcement; as one player excels, others are ...
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