Lakers explore sign-and-trade for Jonathan Kuminga amid salary concerns

The Los Angeles Lakers are pursuing a sign-and-trade deal for Jonathan Kuminga, facing challenges primarily around salary demands and trade compensation. Reports indicate the Atlanta Hawks are interested in Jarred Vanderbilt and draft picks from the Lakers, but Kuminga seeks a contract worth $20-$25 million per year. Kuminga prefers a one-year deal if he must take less, complicating the sign-and-trade process. The Lakers currently lack salary cap space to offer more than a veteran's minimum, and they would need to release two players to sign Kuminga outright. Other NBA teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, are also monitoring Kuminga's situation.

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