After causing shockwaves by acquiring the services of Luka Doncic from Dallas Mavericks, the LA Lakers are still not done when it comes to bringing in fresh recruits. The are actively searching for talents to strengthen their squad despite the culmination of the trade window. As per reports, Rob Pelinka has set his sights on a rising star from the Golden State Warriors.
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Jonathan Kuminga On LA Lakers Radar
According to the reports, the LA Lakers admire the skills that Jonathan Kuminga possesses and are interested in bringing him on board. The 22-year-old has been a revelation for the Warriors and has showcased his in-game prowess enough times to garner the attention of franchises. The youngster sustained an ankle injury in early January and has remained out since then. Ahead of the departure, the 2021 NBA Draft had averaged 16.8 points, and 5 rebounds in 32 games this season. His skill set has appealed to the teams who are looking for young talents to come in and deliver longevity.
The Golden State Warriors' recent splurging on Jimmy Butler has put the franchise in a tight situation. This could potentially invite a situation where it would become difficult for them to match the offers for Kuminga, who will be a restricted free agent this offseason. Hence, the ultimate opportunists, the LA Lakers, could make the most of the opportunity and pair him with the star guard Luka Doncic. The duo of Doncic and Kuminga could prove to be hefty for the Lakers.
While the premier focus of the Golden State Warriors would be to maximise Stephen Curry's championship window, the LA Lakers have the same aim with LeBron James in mind. However, the Lakers have seemingly secured their future by bringing in Luka Doncic and on top of that if they manage to rope in Jonathan Kuminga as well, then they could garner continued success on their back.