Lakers Urged to Pursue Jonathan Kuminga After Rui Hachimura Exit
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The Los Angeles Lakers have been advised to target forward Jonathan Kuminga in NBA free agency after the departure of Rui Hachimura, according to a July 6, 2026 report by the New York Post.
The article, headlined “Why Lakers must add Jonathan Kuminga after Rui Hachimura’s departure,” contends that Hachimura’s exit leaves a significant void in the Lakers’ front-court rotation and identifies Kuminga as a potential solution. No contract terms, negotiations or timelines were detailed in the report.
The Lakers have not publicly commented on their plans following Hachimura’s move, and there is no confirmation that talks with Kuminga or his representatives have begun.
Source: New York Post
