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\n Position
\n SF, PF\n <\/p>\n
\n Age
\n 23\n <\/p>\n
\n Height
\n 201 cm\n <\/p>\n
\n Weight
\n 102 kg\n <\/p>\n
\n Birth place
\n Goma, Congo (Republic of the)\n <\/p>\n
Speaking on the Clutch Scoops podcast, ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel<\/a> said he expects the 23-year-old forward to end up in Los Angeles, although no agreement has been reached.<\/p>\n “There’s two teams [interested] right now,” Siegel said. “It’s the Cavs and the Lakers. I personally believe he will end up with the Lakers.”<\/p>\n Kuminga remains unsigned and is reportedly prepared to extend his wait until he receives an acceptable offer.<\/p>\n “He’s willing to hold out as long as possible,” Siegel added. “He wants somewhere in that sweet spot of $14-16 million.”<\/p>\n Lakers viewed as likely Jonathan Kuminga destination <\/p>\n Los Angeles has consistently been linked with the former Golden State Warriors forward throughout free agency.<\/p>\n The Lakers can offer Kuminga a starting role on a roster built around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.<\/p>\n The organization has been searching for an athletic forward capable of defending multiple positions, attacking the basket and contributing without requiring the ball on every possession.<\/p>\n However, the sides have yet to agree on Kuminga’s salary, contract length or potential role.<\/p>\n Previous reporting indicated that Los Angeles had discussed a short-term offer, but Kuminga’s camp was seeking a more lucrative agreement.<\/p>\n Credit AP-Scanpix<\/p>\n Kuminga prepared to wait for desired contract <\/p>\n Kuminga’s willingness to hold out adds another element to one of the offseason’s longest-running free-agency situations.<\/p>\n The Atlanta Hawks declined his $24.3 million team option for the 2026-27 season, allowing him to become an unrestricted free agent.<\/p>\n Siegel’s reported $14-16 million range would represent a significant reduction from the salary Kuminga would have received had Atlanta exercised the option.<\/p>\n The forward could nevertheless prioritize playing time, organizational fit and future earning potential when selecting his next team.<\/p>\n A shorter contract could allow him to return to free agency after rebuilding his value.<\/p>\n Credit AP – Scanpix<\/p>\n Kuminga searching for larger role after Hawks stint <\/p>\n Kuminga spent the first four and a half seasons of his career with Golden State before being traded to Atlanta in February 2026.<\/p>\n The former No. 7 overall pick averaged 12.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists during the 2025-26 season. He also helped the Warriors win the NBA championship as a rookie in 2022.<\/p>\n Kuminga showed flashes of his scoring ability during Atlanta’s first-round playoff series against the New York Knicks, including performances of 19 and 21 points in consecutive games.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Like what we are doing? Support us by becoming BN+ member.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/image-473505-any780x600.jpg\")
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