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Lakers pursue Jonathan Kuminga, who prefers joining Luka Doncic

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 3:18 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Lakers pursue Jonathan Kuminga, who prefers joining Luka Doncic

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers continue offseason roster adjustments, focusing on adding a starting power forward. Free agent Jonathan Kuminga is reportedly leaning towards signing with the Lakers amid interest from the Minnesota Timberwolves. Discussions indicate that Kuminga favors Los Angeles due to greater opportunities and potential fit on the team. The Lakers recently engaged in talks involving sign-and-trade scenarios, including guard Jaden Hardy. A resolution on Kuminga's free agency is expected soon, as he previously delayed his decision.

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Key Details

•The Lakers are looking to fill multiple roster gaps before the 2026-27 season.
•Jonathan Kuminga prefers the Lakers over the Timberwolves, citing better negotiation opportunities.
•The Lakers and Hawks are in discussions for a sign-and-trade involving Jaden Hardy.
•Kuminga's offseason decision is anticipated to conclude soon.

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3:18 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Lakers Get Great News as 23-Yr-Old Star PF ‘Prefers’ to Join Luka Doncic

What they're saying

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It is almost September, but the Los Angeles Lakers are far from finished with their offseason business. The Lakers have multiple roster holes to address, including the starting power forward and back up center positions. Khobi Price of the California Post recently reported that the Lakers could add another big man before the start of the 2026-27 […] The post Report: Lakers Get Great News as 23-Yr-Old Star PF ‘Prefers’ to Join Luka Doncic appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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