Lakers eye Bruce Brown after losing Jonathan Kuminga to Timberwolves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 4:09 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Jonathan Kuminga, who signed a two-year deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves for $13 million. Kuminga was a top target for the Lakers after LeBron James's departure. Following this setback, the Lakers are reportedly interested in Bruce Brown, a veteran NBA champion known for his versatility as a role player. Brown nearly joined the Lakers previously and could strengthen their roster if signed.
- •Lakers pursued Jonathan Kuminga all summer.
- •Kuminga signed with Timberwolves, not Lakers.
- •Lakers now targeting Bruce Brown as a potential addition.
- •Brown has expressed interest in joining the Lakers before.
- 4:09 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers linked to $63M ex-Nuggets NBA champion after missing out on ex-Warrior Jonathan Kuminga
"Jonathan Kuminga signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday over the Los Angeles Lakers. Now, LA has been mentioned as a landing spot for a NBA champion veteran that would really help them out.
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