​New York, NY – April 28: Jonathan Kuminga, wearing number 0 for the Atlanta Hawks, handles the ball in the second half of Game Five of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden in New York City on April 28, 2026. The Knicks defeated the Hawks 126-97. Note to user: By downloading or using this photograph, the user consents to the Getty Images License Agreement. Photo credit: Sarah Stier/Getty Images.
As the 2026 offseason unfolds, a number of free agents have already inked new deals, but many players remain on the market in search of a new NBA home. Jonathan Kuminga, a former top-10 draft pick, finds himself in that category after the Atlanta Hawks opted not to pick up his $24.3 million team option for next season. One potential destination that’s gaining attention is the Los Angeles Clippers.
Dan Favale of Bleacher Report recently highlighted the Clippers as a strong potential landing spot for Kuminga, thanks to their substantial cap space and a need for athleticism and rim pressure in their rotation. Favale noted that with more than $20 million in cap space, the Clippers could provide Kuminga the opportunity to impact the game with his size, speed, and energy, while also offering a clear pathway to a meaningful role.
“Given the Clippers’ cap flexibility, the chance to inject athleticism and rim pressure into the rotation, and a broader strategic direction that’s still taking shape, Los Angeles climbs toward the forefront of likely Kuminga destinations,” Favale wrote. He also pointed out that Kuminga’s skill set may overlap with Bennedict Mathurin’s offensive repertoire, which could influence how teams view him. Yet Kuminga’s combination of size, elite athleticism, and versatility could make him an attractive target for guards like Darius Garland and Keaton Wagler, should the Clippers pursue a longer-term blueprint that suits Kuminga’s development and impact.
While nothing is guaranteed, Kuminga’s name remains prominently in trade conversations and free-agent rumors as teams weigh their options in a shifting offseason landscape. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
Note: This article was originally published on HEAVY. The post about the Los Angeles Clippers as a potential landing spot for the top free agent appeared first on HEAVY, and continues to be part of ongoing coverage of Kuminga’s market status and fit with various teams.