Overview
- Golden State remains in a deadlock with restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga, who has yet to accept a reported two-year, $45 million offer, leaving other roster moves on hold.
- Trey Lyles is heading to Real Madrid after declining NBA minimum offers, removing a low-cost frontcourt option the Warriors had considered.
- Marc Stein reports the Lakers’ earlier reluctance to take on contracts beyond 2025-26 has eased following Luka Dončić’s extension, and they would have interest in adding a two-way wing.
- Stein identifies Andrew Wiggins as a conceivable target for Los Angeles if the Heat pivot to cutting payroll, though Miami has signaled plans to keep him absent an enticing offer.
- Wiggins’ deal pays about $28.2 million in 2025-26 with a $30.2 million player option in 2026-27, a structure that raises the acquisition cost and makes any move likely a watch item closer to the trade deadline.