Lakers consider moving on from Kuminga to Nuggets' rising star
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are weighing their options regarding former Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga, as trade talks continue. NBA insider Kristopher Knox advises the Lakers to avoid pursuing Kuminga due to potential overpayment issues and instead focus on $11 million Nuggets player Payton Watson, who could strengthen the team's wing depth. While the Lakers remain interested in Kuminga, reports suggest the Hawks are asking for more than the Lakers are willing to offer. Other available players include Matisse Thybulle and Bruce Brown. The Lakers' wing search may now shift focus as they look for feasible alternatives this summer.
- •Lakers explore adding Jonathan Kuminga from the Warriors.
- •Knox suggests pivoting to Nuggets' Payton Watson.
- •Hawks reportedly seek more than Lakers can afford for Kuminga.
- •Other free agents like Matisse Thybulle and Bruce Brown are available.
- •Lakers must optimize wing depth for title contention.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers urged to avoid Jonathan Kuminga, pivot to $11 million Nuggets rising star, NBA champion
"An NBA writer believes the Los Angeles Lakers shouldn't pursue a former Golden State Warriors lottery pick this summer.
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