Lakers land center Looney; in pursuit of Kuminga, sources say
The Los Angeles Lakers have acquired center Looney and are aggressively pursuing forward Jonathan Kuminga.
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The Los Angeles Lakers have landed center Looney and are currently in pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga. Reports indicate the team is pitching Kuminga on a likely starting role and a significant part in their system.
Coverage from ESPN, CBS Sports, and USA Today emphasizes that the Lakers are the most active party in talks with Kuminga. Additionally, Silver Screen and Roll reports that Rui Hachimura is not expected to return to the team as the focus shifts toward Kuminga.
Attention now turns to whether the Lakers have climbed to the top of Kuminga's list of landing spots and how they will address a key area where the team is still lacking.
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Quick answers
Which player has the Lakers already acquired?
The Lakers have landed center Looney.
What are the Lakers offering Jonathan Kuminga?
According to CBS Sports, the team is pitching him on a likely starting role.
What is the status of Rui Hachimura?
Silver Screen and Roll reports that Hachimura is not expected to return to the Lakers.
Coverage (6)
- New Jonathan Kuminga Rumors Reveal Lakers Contract Offer After Kevon Looney Deal Bleacher Report · 3h ago
- Lakers pitching big role to Jonathan Kuminga but still lacking in key area Lakers Nation · 3h ago
- Rui Hachimura not expected to return to Lakers, focus on Jonathan Kuminga Silver Screen and Roll · 3h ago
- NBA rumors: Lakers 'most active' in Jonathan Kuminga talks, pitching him on 'likely starting role' CBS Sports · 3h ago
- Jonathan Kuminga landing spots: Have Lakers climbed to top of list? USA Today · 3h ago
- Lakers land center Looney; in pursuit of Kuminga, sources say ESPN · 3h ago
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