Pelinka increases offer to Kuminga amid Lakers offseason moves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 7:17 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka has been in contact with Jonathan Kuminga's agent, Aaron Turner, regarding a potential deal. Sources indicate Pelinka has subtly improved the team's offer, emphasizing Kuminga's importance to their plans, which include a likely starting role. Despite the Lakers' overtures, Kuminga and Turner remain cautious, seeking potentially better deals as the offseason progresses. They are considering sign-and-trade options involving the Atlanta Hawks.
- •Pelinka has maintained discussions with Kuminga's agent, Aaron Turner.
- •Lakers aim to emphasize Kuminga's role in the team's future.
- •Kuminga and Turner are exploring other potential deals.
- •Sign-and-trade opportunities involving the Hawks are under consideration.
- 7:17 PMYahoo Sports — Pelinka has remained in touch with Kuminga's agent, …
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