James Harden passes on postgame media for second time in a row

The Golden State Warriors are attempting to retain Jonathan Kuminga by offering a two-year, $45 million contract, which he continues to decline due to the inclusion of a team option and loss of a no-trade clause. Kuminga's agent is pursuing sign-and-trade options, notably with the Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns, while the Warriors prefer to keep him either through their current offer or a $7.9 million qualifying offer. Want More Context? 🔎

Daeqwon Plowden has signed a Two-Way contract with the Sacramento Kings after being waived by the Phoenix Suns in July. Last season, he played six games with the Hawks, averaging 7.2 points and 1.8 rebounds, and had a strong G League performance with averages of 15.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.7 assists over 43 games. Want More Context? 🔎

Malevy Leons has signed an Exhibit 10 training camp deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder, aiming for one of the team's three Two-Way contracts, currently held by Brooks Barnhizer and Branden Carlson. Previously, Leons was signed to a standard contract on Oct. 31, waived shortly after, and last season averaged 10.5 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 47 G League games. Want More Context? 🔎