Many fans have known for quite some time that Jonathan Kuminga wouldn't be a long-term part of the Golden State Warriors, and it now feels like star teammate Jimmy Butler has come to the same realization.
While Kuminga's next team remains well and truly up in the air, it seems a fait accompli that the young forward will be traded by the Warriors before the February 5 deadline.
Jimmy Butler realizes Jonathan Kuminga is on the move
Butler has been a big mentor for Kuminga since his arrival at the franchise last February, but even his comments following Saturday's win over the Utah Jazz seemed like someone who knew his young teammate wouldn't remain as such for much longer.