The Atlanta Hawks are declining the $24.3 million team option on forward Jonathan Kuminga for the 2026-27 season, according to Chris Haynes. By declining the option, the Hawks will allow Kuminga to become an unrestricted free agent.
The decision marks a significant shift for Atlanta, as the 23-year-old forward will now be free to negotiate with any team in the league. Kuminga, a former lottery pick who was acquired by the Hawks via trade from the Golden State Warriors, has been a notable part of the team's frontcourt rotation. This move removes a substantial salary hit from the Hawks' books for the 2026-27 campaign but leaves the team without a key young asset under contract.
Standing at 6'8" with elite athleticism, Kuminga is expected to be one of the most sought-after young players on the open market. League sources indicate that several teams with cap space are already monitoring his status as he prepares to enter unrestricted free agency for the first time in his career.
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