Jonathan

Kuminga

The Warriors have made just one change to the lineup that began Saturday’s win over the Cavaliers. With Butler available, Jonathan Kuminga heads to the bench. While he should still play plenty, Kuminga’s fantasy ceiling is lowered with the move to the second unit.

Sunday’s game will be the second that Green has missed after aggravating a right midfoot sprain during Thursday’s loss to the 76ers. Jonathan Kuminga moved into the starting lineup for Saturday’s win over the Cavaliers and may retain that role for the foreseeable future. After Sunday, the Warriors won’t play again until Friday.

The Warriors have been decimated by injuries, resulting in multiple changes to the starting lineup. Spencer, Kuminga and Post will be in the starting lineup, with Brandin Podziemski moving to the bench while Draymond Green and Al Horford are out. Spencer, who’s totaled 33 points in his last two games, is worth streaming while Kuminga and Post will also have added fantasy value.

Kuminga is available after being questionable, giving the Warriors some much-needed depth on the wing. With Jimmy Butler III unavailable, there may be additional opportunities available to Kuminga. However, because of the knee injury that sidelined him for multiple games, the Warriors may take a conservative approach to Kuminga’s playing time.

Since returning from a seven-game absence due to a bilateral knee issue, Kuminga has played 19 and 16 minutes off the bench. Now, he’s dealing with right ankle soreness. If he isn’t able to suit up against Philly, Moses Moody and Buddy Hield should see a bump in minutes.

Butler fell hard on his left side during Saturday’s win over the Pelicans, resulting in a glute contusion that could keep him out of Tuesday’s game. With Stephen Curry (quad) already out, losing Butler would put the Warriors in a tough spot offensively. Brandin Podziemski and Moses Moody, who are already starting, would become more valuable to fantasy managers. Also, Butler not playing could push Jonathan Kuminga back into the starting lineup.

After missing seven games with bilateral patellar tendinitis, Kuminga was brought off the bench on Saturday. He had a solid night shooting the basketball, but this may be a spot where his fantasy value is limited. The Warriors limited Kuminga to 19 minutes, and given the amount of time missed, that may be where he stays for the foreseeable future. Golden State plays four games in Week 7, starting with the Thunder on Tuesday.

Kuminga will be back after a seven-game absence, though it’s unclear if he’ll immediately return to the starting lineup. If he does, Moses Moody will likely be pushed back to the bench after filling in for Kuminga.

Kerr said Kuminga is feeling better, and there is certainly a chance he makes a return to the lineup after a seven-game absence. Moses Moody has been starting in his place, but Kerr has been known to switch up his lineups and ride the hot hand. Kuminga will play a significant role when he’s back, but there’s no guarantee he’ll be back in the starting unit.

Kuminga has missed Golden State’s last five games with bilateral patellar tendinitis. Following Sunday’s practice, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said the forward wasn’t moving well, and he’s unsure when Kuminga will be able to play. The team may get imaging on Kuminga’s knees, so fantasy managers should consider him out indefinitely until the Warriors provide further clarity. Moses Moody has been the replacement in the starting lineup, and he’s worth a look in deeper leagues.