Heat Receive Major Update on Jonathan Kuminga Sweepstakes originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

As the NBA offseason begins to spice up, with Free Agency set to officially begin on July 6th, the Miami Heat have yet to make a big splash.

According to a report from The Athletic’s Anthony Slater, the Heat have received a significant update in their pursuit of Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga. 

Slater’s report highlights how Kuminga’s restricted free agency remains unresolved after four days, with the Heat among several teams showing varying levels of interest.

This development places the Heat in a competitive race alongside the Sacramento Kings, Washington Wizards, Chicago Bulls, Milwaukee Bucks and other teams currently pursuing Kuminga.

Slater notes in his report that the Warriors have extended a $7.9 million qualifying offer to Kuminga, retaining the right to match any offer sheet. 

However, the Warriors are also exploring sign-and-trade options, seeking a promising young player plus a first-round pick in return. 

The Kings’ proposal of Devin Carter, Dario Saric, and two second-round picks was rejected by the Warriors, signaling their extremely high valuation of Kuminga.

The Heat, desperate to find talent to complement stars Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo, have yet to make any blockbuster moves, with president Pat Riley being heavily criticized for his start to the offseason thus far.

Despite the slow start, the Heat have made their final decision on trading Wiggins, a testament to Riley and the rest of the front office’s decisiveness.

Kuminga, seeking a featured role, may find the Heat’s competitive culture under head coach Erik Spoelstra appealing, though a return to the Warriors remains possible.

With face-to-face meetings planned in Las Vegas during Summer League, the Heat have a window to make their pitch. 

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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 5, 2025, where it first appeared.