The Golden State Warriors’ 2025 offseason was primarily marked by the saga surrounding their relationship with restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga. With training camp on the horizon, the Warriors have found themselves in an unprecedented state of limbo because many of their potential offseason signings remain on hold due to the prolonged contract negotiations with Kuminga. Shams Charania reported Jimmy Butler led a mini-team training camp, where Kuminga will be absent.

The Kuminga conundrum has dominated the Warriors’ summer and become a significant narrative in the NBA world. The former lottery pick desires more control and trust, which he’d take as a long-term deal that provides more financial stability and a player-option. Conversely, the Warriors face the dilemma of capitalizing on the remaining success of Curry, Butler, and Draymond Green while developing younger talent.

Despite the uncertainty of what their roster will look like by the start of the 2025-2026 season, league sources have reported the organization has a queue of veterans ready to sign with the team as soon as the Kuminga situation is resolved. These potential signings include Stephen Curry’s blood ‘splash brother’, Seth Curry.

Expected Veteran Signings

According to Marc Stein, these veterans are expected to sign with the Warriors:

Seth Curry: Curry’s younger brother, a dynamic shooter who could prove to be a valuable offensive spark off the bench, reportedly verbally already agreed to a deal.

Al Horford: The 18-year veteran, most recently with the Boston Celtics, is a primary target to replace Kevon Looney at center, who departed to the New Orleans Pelicans this summer. Horford’s floor-spacing ability, defensive intelligence, and playoff experience make him an ideal fit for the Warriors’ system.

De’Anthony Melton: A versatile two-way guard, Melton briefly played for the Warriors last season before an injury sidelined him. His defensive tenacity, playmaking, and shooting ability would prove to be huge for their second unit.

Gary Payton II: A fan favorite and key contributor during the Warriors’ 2022 championship run, Payton II is expected to return to the Bay Area. His elite perimeter defense and energy would give them a much-needed boost.

What’s Next?

These signings are dependent on the outcome of Kuminga’s negotiations with the Warriors. Should he sign the qualifying offer, which is reportedly expected, he would play out the 2025-2026 season on a one-year deal, allowing the team to finalize their desired free agents’ contracts. A long-term agreement with a team option on the final year remains a possibility as well, which would make him a trade asset in the future.

In addition to those notable veteran free agents, the Warriors also intend to sign second-round draft pick Will Richard, who received high praise from Warriors’ Insider Monte Poole, stating he “has a chance to contribute for Golden State. Maybe as a rookie.”

While many aspects of the roster are decided, the team may look to consolidate its guard depth in a trade during the season, given the potential additions of Curry, Melton, and Payton II. As training camp approaches, the Warriors and their fans are anxiously awaiting a resolution to the Kuminga stalemate. The whole picture of their roster will be seen once that happens.