Newsletter
Fadeaway World
  • Fadeaway World
  • NBA News & Analysis
  • NBA Trade Rumors
  • NBA News & Media
  • Exclusive Interviews
  • NBA 2K
Reading: Warriors Analyst Says Jonathan Kuminga Can Be Another Kawhi Leonard
Fadeaway WorldFadeaway World
Search
  • Fadeaway World
  • NBA News & Analysis
  • NBA Trade Rumors
  • NBA News & Media
  • Exclusive Interviews
  • NBA 2K
Follow US
Home > NBA News & Analysis > Warriors Analyst Says Jonathan Kuminga Can Be Another Kawhi Leonard

Warriors Analyst Says Jonathan Kuminga Can Be Another Kawhi Leonard

Former player and current Warriors analyst Dorell Wright thinks that Jonathan Kuminga can be another Kawhi Leonard.

Gautam Varier
Dec 11, 2022
4 Min Read
Share

Credit: Fadeaway World

Jonathan Kuminga showed a lot of promise in his rookie season in the NBA and gave hope to the Golden State Warriors and their fans that they might have landed the next cornerstone piece for the franchise. He seemed to be suffering a sophomore slump earlier this season, however, and there were multiple games where the Warriors didn’t play him at all.

Things have changed quite a bit now, though, as Kuminga has shown significant improvement in his play. He had one of the best games of his career against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night, as he finished with 24 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists while shooting 10-13 from the field. Former player and current Warriors analyst Dorell Wright was very impressed with Kuminga’s performance and compared him to Kawhi Leonard.

"He can be another Kawhi Leonard, in my opinion."@DWRIGHTWAY1 loves JK's game pic.twitter.com/EDcArDlaB5

— Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) December 11, 2022

“This guy is finally starting to get it. He can do a lot of gifted things on the offensive side but now he is slowing the game down a little bit, he’s not rushing… We talked about his defense, he can be another Kawhi Leonard in my opinion. Do it on both ends of the floor right here, staying with one of the best players in the league when it comes to scoring the basketball, finishing with the block, finishing with the rebound, and getting a bit scrappy out there with Jordan Clarkson. He ain’t gonna back down from nobody. I love JK, man. He’s going to be a big time player in this league.”

Things definitely did get heated with Jordan Clarkson at the end there! If Kuminga ends up being anywhere close to as good as Kawhi, then the Warriors would be thrilled. He certainly has the potential to be special, but we aren’t sure he has what it takes to be a superstar in this league. If there is one aspect of Leonard that the Warriors certainly don’t want Kuminga to have, it is the injury issues, which continue to plague the two-time Finals MVP.


Stephen A. Smith Has No Faith In Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi played just his 8th game of the season tonight in the Clippers’ win over the Wizards. He had a slow recovery from his ACL tear in 2021 and has dealt with ankle issues this season as well.

Stephen A. Smith said that the Clippers are probably the favorites to win the Western Conference if Kawhi and Paul George are healthy, but he has no faith in Leonard’s health. That is fair to say at this point, as you can’t really rely on him staying upright. The Clippers are trying to be as cautious as they can be, but it probably won’t be enough if the past is any indicator.

We sincerely appreciate and respect you as a reader of our site. It would help us a lot if you follow us on Google News because of the latest update.

Thanks for following us. We really appreciate your support.

Follow on Google News

Thank you for being a valued reader of Fadeaway World. If you liked this article, please consider following us on Google News. We appreciate your support.

TAGGED:Kawhi Leonard
Share This Article
Facebook Email Copy Link Print
ByGautam Varier
Follow:
Gautam Varier is a staff writer and columnist for Fadeaway World from Mumbai, India. He graduated from Symbiosis International University with a Master of Business specializing in Sports Management in 2020. This educational achievement enables Gautam to apply sophisticated analytical techniques to his incisive coverage of basketball, blending business acumen with sports knowledge.Before joining Fadeaway World in 2022, Gautam honed his journalistic skills at Sportskeeda and SportsKPI, where he covered a range of sports topics with an emphasis on basketball. His passion for the sport was ignited after witnessing the high-octane offense of the Steve Nash-led Phoenix Suns. Among the Suns, Shawn Marion stood out to Gautam as an all-time underrated NBA player. Marion’s versatility as a defender and his rebounding prowess, despite being just 6’7”, impressed Gautam immensely. He admired Marion’s finishing ability at the rim and his shooting, despite an unconventional jump shot, believing that Marion’s skill set would have been even more appreciated in today’s NBA.This transformative experience not only deepened his love for basketball but also shaped his approach to sports writing, enabling him to connect with readers through vivid storytelling and insightful analysis.
Previous Article NBA Rumors: Toronto Raptors Could Trade Gary Trent Jr.
Next Article Warriors President Bob Myers Is Currently On The Last Months Of His Contract Without A New Deal, Says Adrian Wojnarowski
Leave a Comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Newsletter

Stay up to date with our newsletter on the latest news, trends, ranking lists, and evergreen articles

Newsletter
Facebook X-twitter Instagram

You Might Also Like

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) talks to an official during a break in play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second quarter during Game 7 of the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Denver Nuggets News & Analysis

Nuggets Brings NBA Referees To Officiate A Scrimmage; Nikola Jokic Spends 10+ Minutes In Conversation With Them

October 3, 2025
Apr 4, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the second quarter against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images
NBA News & Analysis

Two Suns Starters Will Not Play Against Lakers In Preseason Opener

October 3, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers News & Analysis

JJ Redick Reveals 4 Lakers Players Will Miss Game Against Suns; 2 Players Will Be On Minute Restrictions

October 3, 2025
NBA News & Analysis

Caitlin Clark Breaks Silence After Napheesa Collier’s Eye-Opening Statements On WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert

October 3, 2025

NBA - Fadeaway World

  • Atlanta Hawks
  • Boston Celtics
  • Brooklyn Nets
  • Charlotte Hornets
  • Chicago Bulls
  • Cleveland Cavaliers
  • Dallas Mavericks
  • Denver Nuggets
  • Detroit Pistons
  • Golden State Warriors
  • Houston Rockets
  • Indiana Pacers
  • Los Angeles Clippers
  • Los Angeles Lakers
  • Memphis Grizzlies
  • Miami Heat
  • Milwaukee Bucks
  • Minnesota Timberwolves
  • New Orleans Pelicans
  • New York Knicks
  • Oklahoma City Thunder
  • Orlando Magic
  • Philadelphia 76ers
  • Phoenix Suns
  • Portland Trail Blazers
  • Sacramento Kings
  • San Antonio Spurs
  • Toronto Raptors
  • Utah Jazz
  • Washington Wizards

Pages

  • NBA Trade Rumors
  • NBA Media
  • Exclusive NBA Interviews
  • NBA 2K News & Updates

© 2025 Fadeaway World @ All Rights Reserved

  • About Fadeaway World
  • Fadeaway World Authors
  • Editorial Team
  • Ethics Policy
  • Corrections Policy
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • Fact-Checking Policy
  • Contact Us
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?