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.

With not much else going on in terms of trades or major free agents, there is a lot to digest surrounding some of the top restricted free agents and where they stand as of August 11. Kuminga has been the headline amongst the restricted free agency class.

May 12, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) holds onto the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images / Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

The Golden State Warriors are reportedly interested in signing veteran Al Horford this offseason to bolster their roster. However, their ability to fi