The Phoenix Suns aren't looking likely to land Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga on the trade market. Kuminga, a restricted free agent,

Shelburne's idea could solve the current rift between Kuminga and Golden State's front office. However, if he's dead set on signing his qualifying offer or forcing his way out of the franchise, no alterations the front office makes will be deemed good enough.

Despite this staunch belief in Kuminga's ability, however, the Warriors also won't pay him like you would a player you project to have star potential. The offer on the table remains a two-year, $45 million contract with a team option in the second year that asks Kuminga to waive his implied no-trade clause for having just a one year guarantee.

However, if the Warriors are able to sign him on a cheap deal, it might not hurt to give the three-time All-Star a chance. Simmons owns career averages of 13.1 points, 7.4 rebounds and 7.2 assists per game. For more on the Golden State Warriors and general NBA news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.

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