Lakers reportedly want to shop $66M duo after missing out on Timberwolves’ Jonathan Kuminga

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly looking to trade a $66 million duo of players following their failure to secure Minnesota Timberwolves' Jonathan Kuminga. Kuminga signed a two-year, $13 million deal with the Timberwolves instead, joining Anthony Edwards and the team's already strong roster. The Lakers had shown interest in Kuminga from the start and were already engaged in trade discussions.

However, Kuminga opted to join the Timberwolves and is set to be a starter alongside Edwards, LaMelo Ball, Jaden McDaniels, and Rudy Gobert. Since Kuminga's departure, the Lakers have been considering trading either Dalton Knecht or Jarred Vanderbilt, as they seek to upgrade their wing and forward rotation. Sources indicate that the Lakers continue to have interest in trading the duo together, but potential trade partners are hesitant to commit to Vanderbilt's contract.

The Lakers are hoping to finalize a trade before the 15-player roster limit is reached, allowing them to avoid waiving any players. It remains to be seen if the Lakers can find a suitable new home for either Knecht or Vanderbilt before the start of the season.