Timberwolves eye Jonathan Kuminga as Lakers remain interested

The Minnesota Timberwolves are positioned to outbid the Los Angeles Lakers for Jonathan Kuminga, a former Warriors champion, amid ongoing free agency. Both teams have expressed strong interest in acquiring Kuminga, who is still available after remaining unsigned this offseason. The Timberwolves seek to fill a starting power forward role, particularly after the departures of Julius Randle and Naz Reid. They have the $6.06 million taxpayer mid-level exception available to facilitate this signing. Addition of Kuminga could significantly enhance Minnesota's offensive capabilities alongside guard Anthony Edwards, especially with LaMelo Ball now on the roster as well.

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