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Lakers plan to keep Bronny James amid trade rumors involving Kuminga

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 9:55 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Lakers plan to keep Bronny James amid trade rumors involving Kuminga

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers have opted not to trade Bronny James, despite rumors linking him to a Jonathan Kuminga deal. With a guaranteed contract for the upcoming season and set to earn $2.2 million, the Lakers seem committed to James, who has struggled to secure a consistent role in the rotation. The team's focus has shifted to potentially moving other players, such as Jarred Vanderbilt, Dalton Knecht, and Jaden Hardy, as they look to finalize their roster before the start of the season. James remains on the team as of mid-August, with indications that his development is still a priority for the franchise.

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Market Watch

•Lakers will retain Bronny James despite trade rumors.
•James has a guaranteed contract and will earn $2.2 million this season.
•Other players like Vanderbilt and Knecht are more likely to be traded.
•The Lakers have 16 players on the roster, needing to cut down to 15.

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9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers Signal Surprise Bronny James Plan Amid Kuminga Trade Rumors

What they're saying

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Despite rumored to be a apart of a Jonathan Kuminga trade package, the Los Angeles Lakers are expected to keep Bronny James on the roster. The post Lakers Signal Surprise Bronny James Plan Amid Kuminga Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
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