Cavs pursue Jonathan Kuminga in potential trade for James Harden's support
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:01 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Cleveland Cavaliers are actively pursuing Jonathan Kuminga as they look to bolster their roster alongside James Harden. Kuminga's contract demands are a key hurdle, seeking over $20 million annually through a sign-and-trade option. Cleveland has reportedly met with him to negotiate terms, positioning themselves as a frontrunner against the Los Angeles Lakers. The Cavaliers believe Kuminga can thrive next to Harden, who they aim to re-sign, as they seek to address a critical need at the wing position.
- •Cavs are targeting Jonathan Kuminga to improve their roster.
- •Kuminga played for the Atlanta Hawks after a trade with the Warriors.
- •Negotiations are complicated by his high contract demands.
- •Cavs met with Kuminga to discuss a potential sign-and-trade deal.
- •Lakers are also interested, making for a competitive pursuit.
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — Cavs predicted to trade for $46M ex-Warriors NBA champion, athletic wing to pair with James Harden
"The Cleveland Cavaliers are working to get James Harden back and they are also trying to get a wing to fill out the starting lineup. In this potential deal, they get their top offseason target.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 6:27 AMThe Lakers have cut two players from their roster
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 6:05 AMHawks stumble in finals race as Giants prevail in one-point epic
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 5:30 AMKevin Durant fires back at Phoenix owner Mat Ishbia over trade comments
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 3:57 AMNets' Michael Porter Jr., Julius Randle ranked top-14 in NBA preseason
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 3:57 AMSale of Lakers to Josh Kushner, Bob Iger could officially happen soon
NBA•Oct 18, 2026, 2:00 AMHouston Rockets jersey history No. 34 - Ron Behagen (1977)