Golden State is surveying the market for creators and, according to insider Jake Fischer, is taking a close look at Chicago guard Josh Giddey. In San Francisco, they are ready to consider a sign-and-trade arrangement featuring forward Jonathan Kuminga. For now, this is only scenario work: the deal’s terms, the asset cost, and the salary construction will be decisive.
Why Giddey Is on the Warriors’ Radar
Giddey is a tall point guard with pronounced playmaking: court vision, pick-and-roll management, and the ability to push the pace. He doesn’t require constant isolation volume, yet consistently creates shots for teammates with passes off the dribble and on slicing cuts. In Steve Kerr’s system—where ball movement, off-ball actions, and spatial reading are prized—this type of guard-organizer can strengthen offensive connectivity and lighten the primary playmaking load.
Kuminga’s Role in a Hypothetical Package
Kuminga is an athletic, two-way forward who has improved noticeably on both ends. His inclusion in discussions isn’t a verdict but a reflection of market reality: young wings with upside are a scarce resource. Any potential trade will come down to the balance of assets—what picks and swaps the Warriors are willing to add, which salary mechanisms will be used, and to what extent the Bulls view Kuminga as a starting-caliber player over the next few seasons.
The Unfinished Thread From the 2021 Draft
According to Fischer, this interest dates back to the 2021 Draft. The Warriors expected Kuminga to go sixth to Oklahoma City and planned to take Giddey at seven. The script flipped: the Thunder selected Giddey at six, and Golden State happily settled on Kuminga. Today’s rumors look like an attempt to revive the idea of a “guard organizer for Kerr”—only via the trade market.
What Will Decide the Outcome
The next steps hinge on three factors: the Bulls’ demand for assets and the role they envision for Kuminga in their long-term plan; the Warriors’ willingness to part with some future capital to strengthen the playmaking group right now; and precise salary matching under the CBA. For the moment, one thing is clear: interest in Giddey is a logical move for a team that needs an additional creator who blends size, passing, and feel for tempo. If the sides find common ground, we could see a deal that reshapes both rosters’ architecture.
