With the NBA official training camp set for Sept. 30—just one week away—the Golden State Warriors’ veteran core is taking matters into their own hands. Led by Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green, the team’s stars are planning a mini-camp of their own ahead of the official start, NBA insider Marc Stein reported Monday. The move underscores the urgency to prepare for the season, even as the Jonathan Kuminga contract impasse remains unresolved.
“Warriors veterans are expected to convene for a mini-camp of their own later this week before training camp officially opens,” Stein wrote in The Stein Line newsletter. “That knowledge inevitably makes you wonder how many of the familiar names Golden State has been expected to sign—Al Horford, De’Anthony Melton and Gary Payton II—can or will participate if they haven’t officially signed yet. None of those players can sign until after Kuminga does.”
Seth Curry Emerges as Key Addition
Alongside the trio of veteran free agents, Stephen Curry’s younger brother, Seth Curry, could also be joining the roster once Kuminga’s situation is resolved.
“There is a strong expectation leaguewide now that the Warriors will also be signing Seth Curry in addition to Horford, Melton, and Payton II,” Stein added. “Golden State currently has six roster spots open. It’s believed they will be filled by Horford, Melton, Payton, Seth, second-round pick Will Richard, and, of course, Kuminga.”
Currently, the Warriors only have 10 players on the roster, making Kuminga’s contract resolution critical before the other veterans can officially join and participate in the mini-camp.
Kuminga Contract Standoff Holds Up Signings
ESPN’s Anthony Slater and Shams Charania reported that the Warriors recently increased their offer to Kuminga: a three-year, $75.2 million deal with $48.3 million guaranteed over the first two seasons. The sticking point remains the final year, with Golden State favoring a team option and Kuminga seeking a player option.
Kuminga has until Oct. 1 to accept the extension or play next season on a $7.9 million qualifying offer, allowing him to enter unrestricted free agency in 2026. According to his agent, Aaron Turner, the qualifying offer is a backup plan but not the preferred path.
“I hope not,” Turner said on the Dubs Talk podcast. “I don’t think JK wants that. I don’t think the Warriors want that. Hopefully, we figure this out and come to a middle ground that makes sense for everybody… you’ve got to get everybody on the same page going into the year. I think it’s vital for everyone’s sake.”
Warriors Stars Advocate for Quick Resolution
The mini-camp demonstrates how Curry, Butler, and Green are taking a proactive role in readying the team. ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel, citing league sources, reported last week that the trio has consistently pushed the organization to meet Kuminga’s requests, emphasizing his unique athleticism, durability, and production as irreplaceable assets.
With just a week until training camp, the Warriors are racing against the clock to assemble their roster and integrate veteran additions, including Seth Curry, Horford, Melton, and Payton II. The outcome of the Kuminga negotiations will determine not only the timing of these signings but also Golden State’s preparations for a season that could be pivotal for its championship aspirations.
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