Lakers consider Jonathan Kuminga to bolster perimeter defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 6:16 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring options to strengthen their perimeter defense and are reportedly considering Jonathan Kuminga, a former Golden State Warrior and Atlanta Hawk. League sources indicate that the Lakers are looking for a young wing to fill this role, particularly after Atlanta declined Kuminga's $24.3 million team option. This move reflects the Lakers' ongoing efforts to improve their roster ahead of the upcoming season. Further developments are expected as the offseason progresses.
- •Lakers are seeking to improve perimeter defense.
- •Jonathan Kuminga is under consideration for the roster.
- •Kuminga's $24.3 million team option was declined by Atlanta.
- •Lakers aim to strengthen their lineup ahead of next season.
- 7:47 AMYahoo Sports — Jonathan Kuminga is 'receiving significant consideration' from Lakers
- 6:16 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers eyeing Jonathan Kuminga?
"The Lakers' roster still looks incomplete, and they could use an athletic, defensive-minded forward.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 7:47 AMJonathan Kuminga is 'receiving significant consideration' from Lakers
The Lakers' roster still looks incomplete, and they could use an athletic, defensive-minded forward.
- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 6:16 AMLakers eyeing Jonathan Kuminga?
Lakers eyeing Jonathan Kuminga?
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