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The Warriors are still defending their seventh-overall pick Jonathan Kuminga, even though he’s now a free agent — but the real issue isn’t whether he’s a good player, it’s how they handled him. Owner Joe Lacob insists the draft pick wasn’t a mistake because Kuminga stuck around and played well in the playoffs, but fans and analysts argue that top picks are expected to be foundational building blocks — not just players who survive. The team’s failure to trade him when his value was higher, combined with their refusal to admit missteps, has fueled frustration. With the Lakers reportedly leading the chase, Kuminga’s next chapter looms large — while the Warriors’ lingering defense of the pick only deepens the unresolved tension.

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