Before the Warriors took on the short-handed Hornets at home on Tuesday night, Steve Kerr met with Jonathan Kuminga to watch some film. The two reviewed his clips from earlier this year, but also added a new wrinkle: Jimmy Butler players.

The addition of Jimmy Butler via trade has instilled plenty of confidence within the Golden State Warriors that they could, perhaps, make a deep playoff run and even win a championship — which would be Stephen Curry and Draymond Green’s fifth.

Kerr ruled out the Warriors’ 22-year-old wing for at least the remainder of their homestand but shared that Kuminga participated in a five-on-five scrimmage, which was significant for a couple of reasons.

Get insights into Steve Kerr's crucial meeting with Jonathan Kuminga as the Warriors prepare for a key road trip.

Steve Kerr hints at Jonathan Kuminga’s return, sparking speculation about his debut game alongside Jimmy Butler.

Before the Warriors took on the short-handed Hornets at home on Tuesday night, Steve Kerr met with Jonathan Kuminga to watch some film. The two reviewed his clips from earlier this year, but also added a new wrinkle: Jimmy Butler players.

Steve Kerr's latest decision impacts Jonathan Kuminga as the Warriors continue their strong playoff push with Jimmy Butler.

Jonathan Kuminga’s long-awaited return is inching closer. The Warriors forward continues to progress, and on Monday, Steve Kerr provided an update on Willard and Dibs.

Kuminga is slated to miss Sunday's contest against the Mavs and Tuesday's game against the Charlotte Hornets before being re-evaluated before the Warriors head out on a five-game road swing starting on Thursday in Orlando.

On Monday, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr provided a significant update on Jonathan Kuminga’s injury. Speaking on the Willard & Dibs podcast, Kerr confirmed that the young forward participated in his first team scrimmage since sustaining a right ankle sprain.