Jonathan Kuminga Biography
Jonathan Malangu Kuminga is a Congolese basketballer for the Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association (NBA). A consensus five-star recruit and the top small forward in the 2021 class, he chose to forgo his college eligibility and reclassify to the 2020 class to join the NBA G League Ignite.
Kuminga began playing basketball in the Democratic Republic of Congo at age two. He then moved to the U.S. in 2016 to play high school basketball. As a freshman, Kuminga played basketball for Huntington Prep School in Huntington, West Virginia. In 2019, Kuminga became the most valuable player of the Slam Dunk to the Beach showcase after scoring 40 points in a loss to Gonzaga College High School.
Furthermore, he earned MaxPreps National Sophomore of the Year honors. After the season, Jonathan averaged 20.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game for the NY Rens at the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League, facing many players older than him.
Additionally, on July 15, 2020, Kuminga signed a one-year contract with the NBA G League Ignite, a developmental team affiliated with the NBA G League. Later on February 10, 2021, he made his debut, recording 19 points, and four assists, and four rebounds in a 110-104 win over the Santa Cruz Warriors.
In August 2022, he joined the DR Congo men’s national basketball team for the African 2023 Worl Cup qualifiers.
Jonathan Kuminga Age
How old is Jonathan Kuminga? Kuminga was born on October 6, 2002, in the Goma Democratic Republic of Congo. He is at the young age of 21 years as of 2023 and celebrates his birthday on October 6 every year.
Jonathan Kuminga Height
Kuminga stands at a height of 6 feet and 7 inches. He further weighs 102kg.
Jonathan Kuminga Family
Kuminga was born to his parents in Goma, DR Congo but details of his parents are currently unavailable. However, he has an older brother, Joel Ntambwe who also plays basketball.
Jonathan Kuminga Girlfriend
Kuminga is currently not married and neither does he have a girlfriend nor children. He is currently focusing on his career as a basketballer.
Jonathan Kuminga Net Worth
Kuminga is reported to have an estimated net worth of between $1 million- $5 million. Most of his net worth is acquired from his income as a basketball player.