Kuminga Walks, Agent’s Claims Under Fire | Atlanta Hawks News

Atlanta Hawks let Jonathan Kuminga walk after declining his $24.3M option, sending him to Minnesota as a free agent. Though his agent Matt Turner boldly called Kuminga the team’s best player since his February trade, data from NBA insider Brett Siegel shows he ranked sixth in plus-minus and ninth in playoffs — not quite “best.” Turner’s controversial comments, including advising Kuminga to reject a better Lakers offer, have drawn criticism. Now, Kuminga heads to Minnesota on a one-year deal — a risky move for both sides as they navigate his uncertain future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/82e038a93ac6cc56