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Hawks decline Jonathan Kuminga’s player option for 2026, report says
By Ellie Parker at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The Hawks have declined forward Jonathan Kuminga’s $24.3 million player option for 2026, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports. The Atlanta Hawks are declining Jonathan Kuminga's $24.3 million team option, making him a free agent, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/Zu5...
Key takeaway The Atlanta Hawks are declining Jonathan Kuminga's $24.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The decision to decline Jonathan Kuminga's player option has significant implications for the Hawks' roster and salary cap. With Kuminga now a free agent, the team may explore more affordable options to fill the forward position, potentially creating opportunities for younger players like Corey Kispert, Zaccharie Risacher, or Asa Newell to see more playing time. The Hawks' front office will need to weigh the benefits of re-signing Kuminga to a more team-friendly contract against the potential of developing internal talent. As the team navigates the free agent market, Atlanta fans will be watching to see how the Hawks choose to allocate their resources and whether they can find a suitable replacement for Kuminga's production. The move also raises questions about the team's overall strategy and how they plan to build around core players like Jalen Johnson.
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Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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What is this story about? ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The Hawks have declined forward Jonathan Kuminga’s $24.3 million player option for 2026, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports. The Atlanta Hawks are declining Jonathan Kuminga's $24.3 million team option, making him a free agent, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/Zu5...
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