The Jonathan Kuminga free-agency saga is finally over.

Kuminga has agreed to a two-year, $13 million contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 23-year-old forward chose Minnesota despite reportedly having interest from the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls and Portland Trail Blazers

The deal gives Kuminga a fresh start after a complicated few months.

Kuminga began last season with the Golden State Warriors before being traded to the Atlanta Hawks at the trade deadline. He appeared in 16 games for Atlanta, averaging 12.3 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.1 assists while shooting 46.3% from the field.

Atlanta then declined his $24.3 million team option for the 2026-27 season, making Kuminga an unrestricted free agent. That decision opened the door for him to find a new team — and after weeks of speculation, Minnesota ultimately won the race.

For the Timberwolves, this is an intriguing gamble.

Kuminga still has plenty of upside at just 23 years old, and Minnesota has a clear need for a forward after moving on from Julius Randle and Naz Reid. He should have an opportunity to take on a significant role alongside Anthony Edwards and the rest of Minnesota’s revamped roster.

The contract itself is also notable.

Kuminga reportedly turned down a more lucrative offer from the Lakers, choosing a shorter deal in Minnesota that gives him more control over his future. The Lakers were reportedly offering more than $12 million annually over three years, making Kuminga’s decision less about maximizing money immediately and more about finding the right situation.

Now, Kuminga gets the opportunity he has been looking for: a fresh start and a chance to prove what he can become with a bigger role.

After an uncertain summer, Jonathan Kuminga finally has his next chapter — and Minnesota is betting that his best basketball is still ahead of him.