NBA trade rumors focus on Jonathan Kuminga and DeMar DeRozan options
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 1:59 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The NBA trade rumor mill is active as August progresses, with Jonathan Kuminga reportedly stuck in negotiations. An NBA executive indicated that no new offers for a sign-and-trade are anticipated for Kuminga, who appears interested in joining the Lakers. Meanwhile, DeMar DeRozan is drawing interest from various teams, including the Cavaliers, Nuggets, Heat, and Wizards. A coach suggested the Nets could be a fitting destination for DeRozan. Trade activity may gain momentum as the league works towards a resolution regarding Kawhi Leonard’s potential move to the Raptors, which could influence other trades.
- •Jonathan Kuminga lacks new sign-and-trade offers and is likely to remain with his current team.
- •DeMar DeRozan may be pursued by the Cavaliers, Nuggets, Heat, Wizards, and the Nets.
- •Kawhi Leonard's trade situation could unlock further activity in the NBA market.
- •Portland's Shaedon Sharpe joins the trade rumor board, possibly due to backcourt depth.
- 1:59 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Trade Rumors: Jonathan Kuminga-Lakers, DeMar DeRozan & the New Big Board
- 3:59 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers-Jonathan Kuminga ‘Stuck,’ DeMar DeRozan & the New Big Board
"We’re into the second week of August and the NBA trade rumor mill will be picking up soon, no doubt. But it has hit a lull as several issues are being worked out.One of the interesting aspects of the trade market as it stands is not so much who is on the block, but who […] The post NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers-Jonathan Kuminga ‘Stuck,’ DeMar DeRozan & the New Big Board appeared first on HEAVY.
"NBA trade rumors are still bubbling around the league, with Kawhi Leonard and Jonathan Kuminga still at the forefront. The post NBA Trade Rumors: Jonathan Kuminga-Lakers, DeMar DeRozan & the New Big Board appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 10, 2026, 1:59 AMNBA Trade Rumors: Jonathan Kuminga-Lakers, DeMar DeRozan & the New Big Board
NBA trade rumors are still bubbling around the league, with Kawhi Leonard and Jonathan Kuminga still at the forefront. The post NBA Trade Rumors: Jonathan Kuminga-Lakers, DeMar DeRozan & the New Big Board appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 3:59 PMNBA Trade Rumors: Lakers-Jonathan Kuminga ‘Stuck,’ DeMar DeRozan & the New Big Board
We’re into the second week of August and the NBA trade rumor mill will be picking up soon, no doubt. But it has hit a lull as several issues are being worked out.One of the interesting aspects of the trade market as it stands is not so much who is on the block, but who […] The post NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers-Jonathan Kuminga ‘Stuck,’ DeMar DeRozan & the New Big Board appeared first on HEAVY.
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