Lakers, Cavaliers exploring sign-and-trade for Kuminga
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 10:07 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers are pursuing Jonathan Kuminga, who is currently with the Atlanta Hawks. Both teams would potentially offer significant roles for Kuminga, who is seeking a deal following the Hawks' decision to decline his team option this summer. Talks are ongoing regarding a sign-and-trade that would be acceptable to the Hawks and to Kuminga. The outcome of these discussions could impact the rosters of all three teams involved.
- •Lakers and Cavaliers are interested in Jonathan Kuminga.
- •Hawks declined Kuminga's team option for this summer.
- •Both teams could provide starting roles for him.
- •Ongoing conversations aim to establish a viable sign-and-trade agreement.
- •Other teams are also reportedly involved in discussions.
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