Jonathan Kuminga is the linchpin to the Warriors’ future, says Juan Toscano-Anderson – NBC Sports Bay Area & California

The Warriors did not make the NBA playoffs this season, but former Golden State wing Juan Toscano-Anderson remains optimistic about the team’s ability to return to their former glory. While star players like Steph Curry and Draymond Green are expected to lead the charge, Toscano-Anderson believes that another player will have the biggest impact on the team’s success.

In a recent interview on the “Sloane Knows” podcast, Toscano-Anderson expressed confidence in the Warriors’ potential, stating that they just need to work out a few kinks. He believes that the team has enough talent to compete and highlighted the contributions of young players like Jonathan Kuminga. Toscano-Anderson predicts that Kuminga’s continued improvement will be crucial for the Warriors to reach a top-five spot in the Western Conference next season.

Kuminga had a breakout season in 2023-24, demonstrating significant improvement in various statistical categories compared to his first two years in the league. Despite already showing promise, Toscano-Anderson expects even more from Kuminga in his fourth season. The 21-year-old was drafted by the Warriors in 2021 and played a key role in the team’s championship run in 2022.

While Kuminga is still developing, the potential for the Warriors to return to title contention is evident. Toscano-Anderson believes that the team’s young talent, including Kuminga, could be the key to their success in the upcoming seasons.