Lakers pursue Jonathan Kuminga in three-team trade deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:37 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly looking to trade Jarred Vanderbilt and enhance their roster as the season approaches. They are interested in acquiring Jonathan Kuminga from the Warriors in a potential three-team deal. This trade would also provide the Lakers with additional frontcourt depth by bringing in Jericho Sims. The proposed deal shows the Lakers' intent to fill positional gaps at power forward and center, addressing critical needs heading into the new season. The agreement would potentially end a prolonged pursuit of Kuminga if finalized.
- •Lakers aiming to trade Jarred Vanderbilt for positional improvements.
- •Expected inclusion of Jonathan Kuminga and Jericho Sims in the trade.
- •Proposal involves multiple draft picks and other players moving between teams.
- •Lakers seeking to secure a starting power forward and reliable backup center.
- 9:37 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers predicted to swap Jarred Vanderbilt for $46M ex-Warriors NBA champion in 3-team mega deal
"The Los Angeles Lakers still have some needs to address. In this deal, they trade two bench players for two major positional needs.
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