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Jonathan Kuminga reaches 2-year, $12.4M deal with Timberwolves

A surprise two‑year, $12.4 million deal keeps Kuminga in Minnesota despite swirl of blockbuster trade talk

By · Published August 27, 2026 at 00:26 UTC · Updated August 27, 2026 at 02:24 UTC

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In a twist that defied the buzz about a blockbuster sign‑and‑trade, Jonathan Kuminga signed a two‑year, $12.4 million contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Sports Illustrated explored a “star trade” the Hawks could pull off to resolve the Kuminga situation, while Hoops Rumors listed Kuminga alongside B.

Brown, Heat, Duren and Jokic in its latest trade chatter. Silver Screen and Roll reported that the Lakers and Hawks were still negotiating a sign‑and‑trade, and Yahoo Sports highlighted the Lakers as a potential landing spot amid the pursuit.

With the contract now official, the Timberwolves have secured Kuminga’s services for the next two seasons, and the team’s roster outlook is set around his role as a versatile forward. No further moves have been announced, and while other franchises remain mentioned in trade discussions, the immediate focus shifts to how Minnesota integrates Kuminga into its rotation.

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Quick answers

What are the terms of Jonathan Kuminga's new contract?

He signed a two‑year, $12.4 million deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, as reported by ESPN on August 26.

Which teams were linked to Kuminga before the contract was finalized?

Sports Illustrated discussed a possible Hawks trade, Hoops Rumors listed Kuminga among other players in trade chatter, Silver Screen and Roll noted ongoing Lakers‑Hawks sign‑and‑trade talks, and Yahoo Sports highlighted the Lakers as a potential landing spot.

What is the current status of Kuminga's team affiliation?

The contract is official; Kuminga is under contract with the Timberwolves for the next two seasons, and no further moves have been announced.

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