In the latest NBA trade rumors, the Golden State Warriors have reportedly been linked to the Utah Jazz in potential trade discussions. However, it appears that the Warriors are adamant about holding onto two of their rising stars, Jonathan Kuminga and Stephen Podziemski.

The speculation surrounding these trade talks began on July 1, shortly after the start of free agency. While the dust settled on a flurry of player movements, the Warriors expressed interest in Lauri Markkanen. The 23-year-old forward had an impressive 2022-23 season, earning his first All-Star selection and being honored as the Most Improved Player. Markkanen averaged an impressive 23.2 points and 8.2 rebounds per game in 55 appearances during the 2023-24 season.

The Warriors' reported desire to move one young talent but to retain the other is fueled by the different trajectories of Kuminga and Podziemski. Kuminga, a lottery pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, had a breakout season last year. The 21-year-old forward averaged a career-high 16.1 points in 74 games, with 46 of those being starts. Warriors veteran Draymond Green, among others, believes that Kuminga's potential is limitless and is eager to see his development continue.

On the other hand, Moses Moody, another lottery pick from the 2021 draft, has had a harder time finding consistent minutes in head coach Steve Kerr's rotation. The 22-year-old guard did show glimpses of his potential, averaging 8.1 points in 17.5 minutes per game, both career highs, during the 2023-24 season. While Moody remains an intriguing prospect, it seems the Warriors are more inclined to part ways with him in potential trade discussions.

Furthermore, it is worth noting that another emerging young player, Stephen Podziemski, has quickly become an integral part of the Warriors' roster. The 19th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Podziemski started an impressive 28 games as a rookie and is expected to continue his role alongside superstar Stephen Curry in the upcoming 2024-25 season.

While trade talks between the Warriors and Jazz continue, it remains to be seen if both teams can find common ground to strike a deal that satisfies their respective needs. However, it is clear that the Warriors are determined to keep the promising talents of Kuminga and Podziemski intact, as they view them as crucial building blocks for the team's future success.