Latest Updates on NBA Free Agency Involving Jonathan Kuminga and Al Horford

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Despite a few conversations between the two sides, the Golden State Warriors have generated no real traction toward a deal with restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga in recent days. He is expected to explore the market when it opens at 3 p.m. PT on Monday afternoon, according to league sources. The Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls are the two likeliest outside suitors, sources said.

The Heat gained flexibility when Duncan Robinson opted out of his $19 million expiring contract on Sunday in search of a longer-term deal. Depending on the market and Miami’s pursuits, Robinson’s situation could be linked to Kuminga’s.

Multi-player, multi-team sign-and-trades have become more common with the new CBA and apron rules. The Warriors reworked Klay Thompson’s departure last summer into a six-team deal that brought them Buddy Hield and Kyle Anderson. Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy expressed a desire for a resolution to the Kuminga situation, but a swift resolution is unlikely due to the dynamics.

The Warriors’ front office will be in Los Angeles at the start of free agency. They are expected to pursue veteran help, with a stretch center being a high priority. Al Horford is a preferred target. If the Warriors use the taxpayer midlevel exception on Horford or another free agent, they will be hard-capped at the second apron. Kuminga’s qualifying offer is $7.9 million, with a cap hold of $22.9 million.

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According to the source: The New York Times.