Jonathan Kuminga explains decision to join Minnesota Timberwolves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 9:33 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Jonathan Kuminga joined the Minnesota Timberwolves during this offseason following his free agency period. During his introductory press conference, Kuminga stated that he chose Minnesota because he sought a winning culture and felt a strong connection with the team's front office, coaches, and players. The Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers were among the other teams interested in signing the forward. Kuminga previously spent time with the Atlanta Hawks and the Golden State Warriors before entering free agency this summer. His public remarks regarding his preference for the Timberwolves' organizational environment have drawn criticism from some fans of the teams he did not choose. Kuminga noted that he utilized prayer and consultation with his family to guide his final decision.
- •Jonathan Kuminga signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves as a free agent.
- •The Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers pursued Kuminga this offseason.
- •Kuminga cited the winning culture and personal connections as reasons for his choice.
- •Kuminga previously played for the Golden State Warriors and Atlanta Hawks.
- 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Timberwolves news: Jonathan Kuminga leaves Lakers fans fuming with key reason for spurning LA
"Jonathan Kuminga is now with the Minnesota Timberwolves , but he has an interesting reason he didn’t join the Lakers. Kuminga’s free agency was a major storyline this offseason. After a standout campaign with the Atlanta Hawks following his trade from the Golden State Warriors at the NBA trade deadline, the Lakers were among the teams interested in […] The post Timberwolves news: Jonathan Kuminga leaves Lakers fans fuming with key reason for spurning LA appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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