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Lakers land center Looney; in pursuit of Kuminga, sources say

The Los Angeles Lakers have acquired center Kevon Looney and are aggressively pursuing Jonathan Kuminga with promises of a significant role.

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📍 How it ended

The Los Angeles Lakers signed center Kevon Looney and were actively pursuing Jonathan Kuminga, with reports indicating they met with him and made an offer. However, the offer was not enough to entice Kuminga to sign, and it is unclear if he will ultimately join the team. The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 42d ago, after coverage quieted.

Coverage (16)

The brief

The Los Angeles Lakers have officially landed center Kevon Looney. Simultaneously, the team is pursuing Jonathan Kuminga, reportedly pitching him on a likely starting role.

Coverage from ESPN, CBS Sports, and Yahoo Sports emphasizes that the Lakers are the 'most active' party in talks with Kuminga. Reports from Silver Screen and Roll indicate the team is focusing on Kuminga as Rui Hachimura is not expected to return.

Future developments center on whether Kuminga accepts the proposed role and how the Lakers address a key area where they are reportedly still lacking, according to Lakers Nation.

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Quick answers

Which player has the Lakers officially signed?

The Lakers have landed center Kevon Looney.

What is the Lakers' pitch to Jonathan Kuminga?

The Lakers are pitching Kuminga on a big role, specifically a likely starting role.

What is the status of Rui Hachimura?

According to coverage, Hachimura is not expected to return to the Lakers.

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People, places & organizations

NBA Lakers Jonathan Kuminga Luka Doncic Kuminga Looney Rui Hachimura

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Lakers Jonathan Kuminga Kevon Looney NBA

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