Lakers, Cavaliers negotiate contract for Jonathan Kuminga amid free agency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 8:16 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers are pursuing Jonathan Kuminga as he seeks a contract exceeding $20 million annually. Both teams view Kuminga as a potential starter, but negotiations face hurdles due to Atlanta's roster limitations and Kuminga's salary demands. Sources report that both teams have set a ceiling of $18 million per season. A sign-and-trade is considered likely, but Kuminga may need to adjust his requests to finalize a deal.
- •Lakers and Cavaliers are finalists for Jonathan Kuminga's contract.
- •Kuminga originally sought over $20 million annually.
- •Both teams offer around $18 million per season.
- •Negotiations may depend on a sign-and-trade with the Hawks.
- •Kuminga's asking price may require adjustment to secure a deal.
- 8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers, Cavaliers get $18M contract update on Ex-Warriors Jonathan Kuminga amid free agency
"The Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers are the favorites in the running for Jonathan Kuminga. It looks like they have come down on their salary for Kuminga.
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