Steve Kerr did not hold back when discussing Jonathan Kuminga’s new role on the Golden State Warriors following the addition of Jimmy Butler III. Butler’s arrival has provided a spark for the team as they head into the season’s final stretch.

"Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga – out since Jan. 4 with a sprained ankle – plans to return to the lineup on Thursday against the Sacramento Kings," Charania reported on X. "Kuminga averaged 20.5 points in his last 14 games played, and now reintegrates to a surging team."

Kuminga played his first minutes alongside Jimmy Butler late in the first half, entering with the Warriors up 20. The group — perhaps the Warriors’ closing lineup — fizzled into halftime along with another combination that replaced it. The Warriors ceded a 17-4 run to end the second quarter.