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Lakers, Cavaliers, Timberwolves pursue Jonathan Kuminga in free agency

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Lakers, Cavaliers, Timberwolves pursue Jonathan Kuminga in free agency

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are involved in a competitive bidding process for free agent Jonathan Kuminga, who played last season under a $46 million contract. The Lakers have targeted Kuminga as a power forward and have made a significant sign-and-trade offer, which includes Jarred Vanderbilt and draft picks. However, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Minnesota Timberwolves are also vying for Kuminga's services. While the Lakers seem to be the frontrunners, Kuminga has not made a decision, weighing his options amid interest from multiple teams. The situation remains unpredictable as free agency unfolds.

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What We Know

•Lakers, Cavaliers, and Timberwolves are pursuing Jonathan Kuminga.
•Los Angeles has made a substantial contract offer of around $45 million.
•Kuminga's past season was with the Golden State Warriors and Atlanta Hawks.
•Cleveland and Minnesota remain in contention for Kuminga's signature.
•The situation is fluid and could change as free agency progresses.

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10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers, Cavaliers, Timberwolves reportedly battling for $46M ex-Warriors NBA champion

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Lakers just have a couple of pieces left to get to complete the roster. For one of their main targets, they are still in a bidding war with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Minnesota Timberwolves.
— Yahoo Sports

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