The Golden State Warriors were recently predicted to cut ties with Jonathan Kuminga in a deal to add a player atop recent NBA trade rumors.

The Warriors have been a mediocre team since the start of the season. Lineup combinations, schemes, and individual player performances have been the topic of conversation regarding their biggest issues.

Golden State (18-17) was without Stephen Curry (ankle), Jimmy Butler (sick) Draymond Green (rest) and De'Anthony Melton (knee) on Jan. 2 and Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said after the Thunder loss that he was hopeful for their return Saturday against Utah.

The Golden State Warriors continue to be plagued the same problem, the lack of a big man. This trade sends Kevon Looney back to them.

The Utah Jazz face the Golden State Warriors on January 3, 2026, with the Warriors heavily favored despite playing on a back-to-back. Utah is hampered by significant injuries, including key players out or questionable,

That player would be Golden State big man alum Keith Benson. After ending his college career at Oakland, Benson was picked up with the 48th overall selection of the 2011 NBA Draft by the Atlanta Hawks.

The Philadelphia 76ers (19-14) will try to extend a three-game winning streak when they host the Denver Nuggets (23-12) on Monday, January 5, 2026 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. The contest airs at 8:30 p.m.