Jonathan Kuminga signs two-year deal with Timberwolves

Jonathan Kuminga has agreed to a two-year, $12.4 million contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves, choosing a shorter, less lucrative deal over a longer offer from the Los Angeles Lakers. The agreement, confirmed by his agent Aaron Turner, includes a player option for the second season, allowing the 23-year-old forward to re-enter free agency next summer. The deal was reached on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Kuminga's decision represents a significant bet on his own future value. The Lakers had reportedly offered a three-year contract worth more than $12 million annually, along with a starting role alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.