Cedi Osman could be Golden State’s next big swing, with Jonathan Kuminga’s status still uncertain. Osman, 30, started for Cleveland and posted 10+ PPG across four seasons, then flashed EuroBasket shooting around 50% from three and sharp cuts with Alperen Şengün. LeBron James once mentored Osman during a Cavaliers run that showed his veteran poise. If Osman lands in Golden State, his floor spacers and off-ball movement could unlock Curry and Thompson in a retooled playoff-ready rotation.

Osman’s current Spurs stint has been limited, but his national-team form hints at upside in a new system. The Warriors’ roster gaps—with Kuminga in limbo and veteran options like Horford and Melton reportedly waiting—make Osman a low-risk, high-reward candidate. The narrative weaves LeBron’s mentorship with Osman’s EuroBasket resurgence, framing a potential malignant fit for GS’s spacing, defense, and depth.

Jonathan Kuminga remains at a standstill with Golden State. The restricted free agent is weighing a one-year qualifying offer vs a longer deal with a team option, while the Warriors demand flexibility. Kuminga’s camp seeks a Year 2 player option; the club won’t budge, pushing the timeline toward a decision by the deadline.

His 2024-25 production—roughly 15 points per game and solid athleticism off the bench—keeps him valuable, but a dip in usage cooled his market. If he signs the QO and stays in Oakland, he could still top $20M on the open market next year; otherwise a shorter deal could reignite trade talk and alter fantasy value.