Kuminga’s Kings Missed Opportunity | Sacramento Kings News

Jonathan Kuminga, once seen as a potential superstar, landed a modest two-year, $12.4M deal with the Timberwolves — a “prove-it” contract that could set him up for a massive payday next offseason. He originally sought $20–25M annually, but free agency didn’t deliver. The Lakers offered a three-year, $12M deal, which fell short of his price tag. Sacramento had eyed him last year, even negotiating a trade from Golden State — who wanted an unprotected pick — but ultimately backed off due to division rival concerns and Kuminga’s desire for a bigger role. After signing a four-year, $48.5M extension with Golden State, he was later traded to Atlanta, who declined his second-year option, making him a free agent again. This past offseason, Sacramento couldn’t afford more than the veteran minimum after waiving DeMar DeRozan to clear cap space — leaving fans wondering why they let him slip away. But the truth? Kuminga needed a starting role to boost his value, something the rebuilding Kings, focused on their own rookie, simply couldn’t offer right now. 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/97beef4db2e88bc5