Despite helping the
Atlanta Hawks win two playoff games against the
New York Knicks, the franchise declined Jonathan Kuminga’s $24.3 million team option. Sources say this decision was strategically done to create financial flexibility, including being able to utilize the full non-taxpayer mid-level exception, while still maintaining Kuminga’s Bird Rights, so he can potentially sign a contract at a lower number than his team option amount. It also opens up sign-and-trade possibilities for Atlanta with Kuminga, who’s drawn interest now as an unrestricted free agent.
In addition to the Hawks considering a return, Kuminga has been discussed with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Milwaukee Bucks in possible sign-and-trade scenarios, HoopsHype has learned. Furthermore, the
Sacramento Kings have also called to circle back in recent days and touch base on Kuminga. It should also be noted that following a flurry of additions, including the Walker Kessler sign-and-trade and signings of Quentin Grimes, Sandro Mamukelashvili, and Collin Sexton in free agency, The Athletic’s Dan Woike reported Kuminga is receiving “significant consideration” from the
Los Angeles Lakers.
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