Lakers pursue Jonathan Kuminga, may include Jaden Hardy in trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 5:25 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are actively working to finalize their roster for the upcoming season. They have focused their efforts on acquiring Jonathan Kuminga, a former champion with the Golden State Warriors, offering a contract that would pay him approximately $45 million in a sign-and-trade deal. The Lakers may include Jaden Hardy, who has yet to play for the team, in a trade package. Kuminga's limited options following the Cavaliers’ decision to pursue another player have heightened the Lakers' chances of landing him. A deal's feasibility hinges on the Atlanta Hawks' demands for the trade. NBA reporter Evan Sidery indicates significant movement in negotiations, suggesting a potential resolution soon.
- •Lakers are targeting Jonathan Kuminga for power forward position.
- •Los Angeles offered a contract in a sign-and-trade deal.
- •Jaden Hardy could be part of the trade package.
- •Kuminga's preferred destination is the Lakers.
- •Negotiations depend on Atlanta Hawks' trade demands.
- 5:25 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers could swap Jaden Hardy for $46M ex-Warriors NBA champion to pair with Luka Doncic
"The Los Angeles Lakers still have some moves to make. It looks like they are still trying to land a young star in the making to pair with Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
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