Warriors face incomplete offseason as Kuminga decision looms

An editorial look at how the 2025 offseason is unfolding, with Golden State’s Kuminga situation casting a shadow over other moves.

Warriors face incomplete offseason as Kuminga decision looms

Golden State’s offseason is not finished while Jonathan Kuminga remains unsigned. If Kuminga signs somewhere else, the Warriors could pivot to veteran options and adjust their roster quickly; if he stays, the team may still chase complementary pieces but at a slower pace. Either way, Kuminga’s status is the key to how the rest of the market moves this summer. The uncertainty has slowed potential deals around the league and left other teams waiting for a clearer picture of Golden State’s cap space and rotation needs.

This ranking of every team's offseason is not a prediction of next season’s finishing order. It measures how much better each team is, given what they did this summer, their cap decisions, and their readiness to contend. The piece emphasizes context: contending teams push to stay in the mix without blowing up core groups, while rebuilding clubs chase value through the draft and smarter contracts. Injuries, staff stability, and ownership philosophy also shape how much real progress gets credited this offseason.

The season shows that cap discipline and continuity often matter as much as headline signings. In a league where the luxury tax and second apron shape decisions, teams must balance immediate competitiveness with long term health. A patient, well-placed addition can outperform a big swing that strains the books. The Kuminga situation crystallizes a broader truth: front offices that can chart a steady course under cap pressure tend to emerge stronger over time.

More deeply, the offseason reveals how one unresolved decision can ripple through league dynamics. The timing of Kuminga’s choice could unlock or stall moves across multiple rosters, affecting draft plans, coaching strategies, and even fan expectations. The smarter front offices will use cap space to fund multiple solid pieces rather than chase a single star, while still protecting core continuity where it matters.

Highlights

Patience and prudence will define the next chapter for teams chasing balance