Kuminga saga shows how Pistons could lose leverage

Feb 21, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0): Scott Wachter-Imagn Images | Scott Wachter-Imagn ImagesJonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors have played a game of chicken this offseason that could be a preview of what the Detroit Pistons face with Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren.

The Warriors have reportedly offered Kuminga a three year/$75 million deal with a team option in the third year, while Kuminga is seeking a longer deal with no team option. Neither side has been willing to budge, and it has put the Warriors’ offseason in a holding pattern, as they still have six open roster spots that can’t be filled until Kuminga is signed or traded, and training camp…