Lakers and Cavaliers pursue Jonathan Kuminga in NBA trade talks
5 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 10:51 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers are reportedly in pursuit of forward Jonathan Kuminga. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, both teams are interested in acquiring Kuminga through a sign-and-trade deal with the Atlanta Hawks, who declined his team option earlier this summer. The Lakers have made a substantial effort to revamp their frontcourt, recently signing Walker Kessler and adding forwards Matisse Thybulle and Sandro Mamukelashvili. Kuminga, who has missed significant time over the past two seasons, averaged 13.9 points and 5.0 rebounds in 83 games. Discussions regarding his potential contract and trade are ongoing.
- •Lakers and Cavaliers are targeting Jonathan Kuminga.
- •Atlanta Hawks declined Kuminga's team option this summer.
- •Lakers signed Walker Kessler, Matisse Thybulle, and others this offseason.
- •Kuminga played 83 games, averaging 13.9 points and 5.0 rebounds.
- •Ongoing negotiations involve a sign-and-trade deal.
- 10:51 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers Fighting Off New Suitor in Jonathan Kuminga Chase
- 5:27 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers continue to have interest in Jonathan Kuminga, per reports
- 7:27 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers Get Unexpected Jonathan Kuminga Boost After Insider Report
- 11:32 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers Target Jonathan Kuminga Shares ‘Mutual Interest’ With Another Team: Insider
- 11:27 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers in Contention With One Other Team For Jonathan Kuminga
"An NBA insider reports Lakers target Jonathan Kuminga shares mutual interest with another contender, complicating Los Angeles' pursuit. The post Lakers Target Jonathan Kuminga Shares ‘Mutual Interest’ With Another Team: Insider appeared first on HEAVY.
"NBA insider Shams Charania named the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers as two teams seriously pursuing forward Jonathan Kuminga. The post Lakers in Contention With One Other Team For Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on LA Sports Report.
"A new insider report revealed a major hurdle for the Cavaliers, giving the Lakers fresh hope in the Jonathan Kuminga sweepstakes. The post Lakers Get Unexpected Jonathan Kuminga Boost After Insider Report appeared first on HEAVY.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 10:51 PMLakers Fighting Off New Suitor in Jonathan Kuminga Chase
The Los Angeles Lakers are in talks for Jonathan Kuminga, as are the Cavaliers. But they have new competition, too. The post Lakers Fighting Off New Suitor in Jonathan Kuminga Chase appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 5:27 AMLakers continue to have interest in Jonathan Kuminga, per reports
The Los Angeles Lakers continue to pursue Jonathan Kuminga, according to reports. Here's the latest.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 7:27 PMLakers Get Unexpected Jonathan Kuminga Boost After Insider Report
A new insider report revealed a major hurdle for the Cavaliers, giving the Lakers fresh hope in the Jonathan Kuminga sweepstakes. The post Lakers Get Unexpected Jonathan Kuminga Boost After Insider Report appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 27, 2026, 11:32 PMLakers Target Jonathan Kuminga Shares ‘Mutual Interest’ With Another Team: Insider
An NBA insider reports Lakers target Jonathan Kuminga shares mutual interest with another contender, complicating Los Angeles' pursuit. The post Lakers Target Jonathan Kuminga Shares ‘Mutual Interest’ With Another Team: Insider appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 27, 2026, 11:27 PMLakers in Contention With One Other Team For Jonathan Kuminga
NBA insider Shams Charania named the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers as two teams seriously pursuing forward Jonathan Kuminga. The post Lakers in Contention With One Other Team For Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Original 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 17, 2026, 9:44 AMYouTube Gold: The Genius Of Red Auerbach
NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 9:35 AMSuns Owner Delivers Stunning Claim On Team’s Playoff Future
NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 9:21 AMLos Angeles Lakers allegedly waiving Bronny James viral rumour explained
NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 7:00 AMThree observations from Lakers’ preseason finale against Nuggets
NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 6:43 AMFour Lakers players who did well in Friday's loss to the Nuggets- NBA•Oct 17, 2026, 6:30 AMClippers reportedly re- sign 6-foot-5, high-upside versatile wing just 48 hours after releasing him
