INSIDER REPORT: WARRIORS AND HEAT DISCUSSING KUMINGA-FOR-ANDREW WIGGINS SWAP AHEAD OF TRADE DEADLINE
Golden State and Miami are discussing a framework to send Andrew Wiggins back to the Warriors for Jonathan Kuminga. Details here.
The Golden State Warriors are still working the phones as the NBA trade deadline creeps closer, and now, word is they’re seriously looking at bringing Andrew Wiggins back. Wiggins was a big piece of their 2022 championship run, and it seems like the idea of a reunion is gaining real traction.
Brett Siegel from ClutchPoints says the Warriors and the Miami Heat have been talking about a possible Wiggins deal. Miami just lost Jimmy Butler for the season with a torn ACL, and on top of that, Jonathan Kuminga still isn’t happy in Golden State. The timing’s no coincidence.
Siegel put it straight: X: There’s been a lot of talk the last few days about what it would take to get Wiggins back to the Bay. The Warriors aren’t sitting still—they’re all over this trade market.
NBA insider Jake Fischer added more fuel to the fire on Tuesday. According to him, these talks between Golden State and Miami aren’t just “feeling things out” anymore. There’s a real trade framework on the table: Kuminga could go to the Heat, and Wiggins heads back to the Warriors. Fischer said it’s not just loose chatter—both teams are serious about it.
Marc Stein’s reporting lines up with all this. He wrote last week that a Kuminga-for-Wiggins swap is definitely on the table and worth watching, especially after Wiggins was sent to Miami for Butler last February. Now, with everything flipped by Butler’s injury, the idea of bringing Wiggins back suddenly makes a lot of sense.
Put all these reports together, and it’s clear: Golden State is seriously thinking about reuniting with Wiggins, and Kuminga’s at the centre of it.
Butler’s injury totally changed the Warriors’ plans on the wing. They brought him in last season, thinking he’d anchor both sides of the court and help push them deep in the playoffs. Now, with Butler out, the Warriors are short on reliable wings. And honestly, that’s where Wiggins comes in—he has already proved he can fill that role at a championship level.
Wiggins’ impact during the 2022 title run is still fresh in everyone’s mind. He was their second-best player behind Steph Curry, made the All-Star team, and stepped up again and again when it mattered. In those playoffs, he averaged 16.5 points, 7.5 boards, and nearly 2 assists a night, shooting almost 47 per cent. Game 5 of the Finals? Wiggins dropped 26 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, helping the Warriors take a crucial 3-2 lead over Boston.
That run really showed what Wiggins can do—defend elite scorers, rebound, and fit perfectly in Steve Kerr’s system. Those are exactly the things the Warriors need right now.
Funny enough, just before Butler went down, Steve Kerr was reflecting on Wiggins. When Miami visited Golden State last week, Kerr had nothing but praise for his former forward. “Wiggs is just such a great human being and beloved in our locker room,” Kerr said. “He helped us turn things around after that rough two-year stretch. Coaching him was a joy every single day.”
Kerr also admitted that roster changes always hit differently. “It’s crazy how this business works,” he said. “You go through a lot together, then you make a trade. The relationship is still there, but it changes.”
Now, Kerr’s words feel like more than just nostalgia. As the Golden State decides whether to roll the dice on Kuminga’s potential or go with what they know in Wiggins, it all comes down to trust, chemistry, and postseason fit.
LUKE LITTLER STAGES IMPROBABLE COMEBACK TO SECURE PREMIER LEAGUE DUBLIN TITLE
Luke Littler staged a miracle 0-5 comeback to defeat Gerwyn Price 6-5 and claim Premier League Night Seven in Dublin.
Luke Littler pulled off an incredible comeback to win Night Seven of the 2026 Premier League Darts in Dublin, edging out Gerwyn Price 6-5 in a gripping final at the 3Arena.
Starting the match down 5-0, Littler managed to turn things around, finishing with a sharp 81 checkout on double 15 to claim his second nightly win of the season. This victory strengthened his position in the hunt for a playoff spot. Price, the world champion, seemed to be heading for a comfortable win after dominating early on. However, a string of missed match darts allowed Littler to complete this remarkable turnaround, much to the delight of the lively Dublin crowd.
Littler and Price both earned their places in the final with strong performances throughout the night. Littler kicked off with a solid 6-3 win over Stephen Bunting in a match where both players averaged over 100. His ability to close out legs made the difference, converting six doubles from 13 attempts to secure his spot in the semi-finals.
There, he faced Michael van Gerwen in one of the season’s standout matches. The high-scoring battle featured big moments from both sides, including a spectacular 170 checkout from Van Gerwen. Littler matched the intensity, hitting his own impressive finishes and eventually held his nerve in a deciding leg to win 6-5 and move into the final.
On the other side, Gerwyn Price was ruthless in his journey to the final. He opened with a commanding 6-0 victory over Josh Rock, who has continued to struggle in this season’s Premier League. Price’s clinical play, averaging over 100 and converting six doubles from 11 tries, set the tone. He carried that momentum into the semi-finals with a dominant 6-1 win against the reigning champion Luke Humphries, averaging 109.04 and maintaining pressure from the first dart.
The final started predictably, with Price in full control. He quickly jumped to a 5-0 lead, capitalising on Littler’s early missed chances. After finally getting on the board with a 52 finish, Littler seemed outmatched at 5-1. But Price missed several opportunities to close out the match, including a crucial miss at double top for a 72 checkout.
Seizing the moment, Littler struck back with a 76 checkout, shifting the momentum. The Dublin crowd got behind him as he rattled off consecutive legs, eventually tying it at 5-5 after Price missed another double. In the deciding leg, Littler sealed the comeback with a precise 81 checkout, combining treble 17 and double 15, leaving everyone in the arena stunned.
Beyond the headline final, Night Seven had other significant developments in the playoff race. Jonny Clayton, the league leader, took his first quarter-final defeat of the season, losing 6-3 to Luke Humphries. This not only ended Clayton’s unbeaten run at this stage but handed him his first pointless night.
Josh Rock’s struggles also continued. After seven weeks, he remains without a win, suffering a heavy defeat to Price and staying at the bottom of the table as his Premier League debut continues to be a tough challenge.
There was a last-minute change when Gian van Veen withdrew due to illness, giving Van Gerwen a walkover into the semi-finals. Still, Van Gerwen couldn’t take advantage of the extra rest, falling to Littler in a nail-biting deciding leg in the semis.
HOW THE KNICKS PLAN TO REPLACE JOSH HART’S HISTORIC ENERGY
Josh Hart is out with knee pain, but Jalen Brunson returns as the Knicks eye a fifth straight win against the Nets.
The Knicks face a tough challenge Friday night as they’ll be without one of their key glue guys. Josh Hart is sidelined with patellofemoral syndrome in his right knee, a hit that comes at a pretty awkward moment. The team’s riding a four-game winning streak and trying to solidify their playoff standing in the Eastern Conference.
With Hart out, Landry Shamet is expected to slide into the starting lineup. Coach Mike Brown might lean more heavily on veteran Jordan Clarkson and rookie Mohamed Diawara to cover those extra minutes on the floor.
There’s a bit of good news to balance this out: Jalen Brunson is back after missing Tuesday’s game due to a sore ankle and neck strain. That gets the Knicks’ offensive engine back in gear, but losing Hart carries a different kind of weight.
Hart’s been central to this group all season, not just scoring, but keeping the lineups cohesive and pushing the tempo. His relentless hustle, grabbing rebounds, leading fast breaks, and doing the gritty work, helps the whole team click. Brown has openly praised how crucial Hart’s energy and connection are.
“He’s been fantastic, giving us that energy, keeping our group connected,” Brown said after their recent win. “Crashing the boards, picking up the pace, attacking in transition – those are the things that make a difference.”
Brown even compared Hart’s impact to what Andre Iguodala brought to championship-winning teams. It’s that veteran savvy and basketball IQ that might not always show up in stats, but often marks the difference between just making it and truly winning.
Hart’s recent game really underscored what he adds when he’s firing on all cylinders. In Tuesday’s 136-110 rout of the Pacers, he exploded for a Knicks career-high 33 points, hitting 12 of 13 shots and draining all five of his threes. On top of that, he grabbed seven rebounds, dished five assists, and swiped two steals in just 26 minutes.
That wasn’t just a hot streak; it was historic. Hart became the first NBA player ever to score at least 30 points, hit five threes, grab five rebounds, and dish out five assists all on 90% shooting or better. He also joined a very exclusive Knicks group with a 30-point night at 90% shooting.
Thanks in large part to him, New York cruised to a 45-25 season mark. OG Anunoby added 26, Karl-Anthony Towns notched a double-double, and the team looked strong overall.
Now the focus shifts to the supporting cast as the Nets come to town. Shamet will bring much-needed shooting to the starting five. Clarkson’s scoring punch is going to be even more important with Hart out, and Diawara should see more extended minutes, especially on defence.
The Nets will be eager to play spoiler, so the Knicks will need everyone diving after loose balls, maintaining the pace, and staying connected. It will definitely take a collective effort to cover for Hart’s absence.
Hart’s knee issue doesn’t seem like it will drag on, but missing him highlights just how pivotal he has become to New York’s success this season. Brunson’s return helps keep the offence on track, but replacing everything Hart offers, especially following a night like that, is no easy feat.
