Lakers and Timberwolves pursue Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade deal
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:28 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves are in discussions to finalize a sign-and-trade for former Warriors player Jonathan Kuminga. Reports suggest that negotiations have intensified, with the Lakers identifying potential players and draft capital to facilitate the deal. Kuminga has emerged as a significant target, and sources indicate he prefers the Lakers for his next opportunity. This comes amid the Lakers' effort to complete their roster ahead of the upcoming season. A resolution regarding Kuminga's future is expected soon.
- •Lakers and Timberwolves are main contenders for Jonathan Kuminga.
- •Kuminga has been linked with the Lakers for a couple of months.
- •The Lakers are considering draft picks to finalize a deal.
- •Sources indicate that a conclusion is likely soon.
- •Kuminga's decision could impact his career trajectory.
- 2:28 AMYahoo Sports — Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga Deal Points to Another Major Trade
- 6:31 PMYahoo Sports — Timberwolves Get Bad News On Jonathan Kuminga As Lakers Close In On Deal
- 10:01 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers, Timberwolves get major ex-Warriors Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade timeline update
"New updates on free agent Jonathan Kuminga signal the wing prefers a sign-and-trade with the Lakers rather than joining the Timberwolves. The post Timberwolves Get Bad News On Jonathan Kuminga As Lakers Close In On Deal appeared first on HEAVY.
"Jonathan Kuminga’s deal leaves the Timberwolves needing another move, with two notable players emerging as trade candidates. The post Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga Deal Points to Another Major Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves are trying to get a deal done for Jonathan Kuminga. A timeline for when a deal is expected has been revealed.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 2:28 AMTimberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga Deal Points to Another Major Trade
Jonathan Kuminga’s deal leaves the Timberwolves needing another move, with two notable players emerging as trade candidates. The post Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga Deal Points to Another Major Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 6:31 PMTimberwolves Get Bad News On Jonathan Kuminga As Lakers Close In On Deal
New updates on free agent Jonathan Kuminga signal the wing prefers a sign-and-trade with the Lakers rather than joining the Timberwolves. The post Timberwolves Get Bad News On Jonathan Kuminga As Lakers Close In On Deal appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 10:01 AMLakers, Timberwolves get major ex-Warriors Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade timeline update
The Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves are trying to get a deal done for Jonathan Kuminga. A timeline for when a deal is expected has been revealed.
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