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NBA trade rumors involve Lakers' Kuminga, Pelicans' Jones and Gafford

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 1:20 AM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

NBA trade rumors involve Lakers' Kuminga, Pelicans' Jones and Gafford

Summary

The NBA trade rumor remains active as teams evaluate potential deals. Jonathan Kuminga, a target for the Lakers, finds his situation complicated due to the Hawks' full roster and salary concerns. Herb Jones of the Pelicans is another player whose trade value is debated, although New Orleans has set a high asking price. Additionally, Daniel Gafford from the Mavericks is aware of discussions surrounding him, expressing readiness for either a continued role or a change. The coming weeks will be crucial for these trade scenarios as teams explore options before the offseason ends.

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Status Watch

•Jonathan Kuminga's trade prospects dim as Lakers signed top free agents.
•Herb Jones remains a trade candidate, but Pelicans' asking price is high.
•Daniel Gafford is prepared for a potential trade or team retention.
•Pelicans interested in Clippers' Bennedict Mathurin amid trade complexities.
•Stephen Curry's future in Golden State could become a topic of discussion.

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1:20 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers’ Jonathan Kuminga Reality, Pelicans Targets & the Big Board

What they're saying

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The NBA trade rumor chatter keeps on rolling, with Jonathan Kuminga's situation looking more and more narrow, plus more talk! The post NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers’ Jonathan Kuminga Reality, Pelicans Targets & the Big Board appeared first on HEAVY.
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