The Phoenix Suns are one of two teams vying for Jonathan Kuminga's services in a sign-and-trade, but they don't have a first-round pick to offer the Warriors, which is something Golden State is seeking. In a new report on Wednesday, ESPN said Phoenix "has made the most lucrative push via sign-and-trade" over Sacramento.
ESPN reported that Kuminga declined a two-year, $45 million offer from Golden State, partly because he prefers the long-term offers made by Phoenix and Sacramento. He wants "a fresh start, larger guaranteed role, a promised starting position and a greater level of respect and career control.