Lakers and Timberwolves vie for Jonathan Kuminga in free agency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 12:28 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are in pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga as free agency progresses, competing against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers are seen as having the upper hand in signing Kuminga, who is expected to play a significant role alongside Luka Doncic. Sources indicate that both teams have offered him a starting position, but Los Angeles can provide a more substantial financial deal through a sign-and-trade arrangement. While Kuminga has several options, the race appears to be narrowing to just the Lakers and Timberwolves as the final contenders for the young star's signature.
- •Lakers are competing with Timberwolves to sign Jonathan Kuminga.
- •Kuminga's decision is expected soon amid ongoing free agency.
- •Lakers can offer a higher salary through sign-and-trade.
- •Both teams promise him a starting role.
- •Kuminga previously had a $46 million contract with the Warriors.
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"The Los Angeles Lakers are in need of a starting power forward. In this deal they win a free agency battle over the Minnesota Timberwolves for a young star in the making.
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