With James Weisman and Jonathan Cuminga Struggling outside the gate for the Warriors As the 2022-23 NBA season kicks off, many are starting to wonder if a stint in the G League will help the two youngsters find a footing.
Warriors General Manager Bob Myers Joins 95.7 Game Steiny & Guru On Tuesday, he discussed a possible G League stint for two of Golden State’s prospects.
“I think it’s always an option. I know in some people’s minds it’s a big thing. I don’t think they see it the same way.” If you go and play a few games and come back, it’s becoming more common.
“They just need to play, they both need to play. If they don’t get proper minutes in the NBA, that argument will come up. If it makes sense, I We will talk to Jama. [Mahlalela]talk to Steve [Kerr]talk to the coaching staff and Kenny [Atkinson] And knowing that they think it’s the best way, they work with them every day. “
Through 10 games this season, Weisman is averaging 7.3 points, 4 rebounds and 0.9 assists in 13.8 minutes per game plus or minus 69.
Meanwhile, in eight games this season, Kuminga averaged 4.9 points, 1.9 rebounds and 0.6 assists in 14 minutes per game, plus or minus 59.
After a slow start to Kuminga’s season, the 20-year-old has bounced back well as the Warriors’ starter from last Friday’s loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.Since Kuminga Won your way into Kerr’s new rotation This is exactly what Myers and Wiseman believe is necessary.
“I know on a simple level. If you’re young and haven’t played, it’s hard to get better,” Myers added.
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Luckily for the Warriors, it’s still early in the season, with opportunities for each of Golden State’s youngsters to develop at the NBA level.
Whether they will seize the opportunity remains to be seen. If not, Kuminga and Wiseman’s future could include a stint at Sea Dubs.
