# Kuminga Chooses Culture Over History | Minnesota Timberwolves News

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Podcast: [Minnesota Timberwolves News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/minnesota-timberwolves-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7555670)
Published: 2026-09-11T04:29:04+00:00
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Jonathan Kuminga ditched the Lakers’ allure for a team with a winning culture, prioritizing defensive growth over history. After connecting with the front office, coaches, and players, he found the perfect environment to sharpen his game alongside elite defenders like Jaden McDaniels, Anthony Edwards, and Rudy Gobert. Kuminga, who sees himself as one of the league’s top defenders, believes this move will accelerate his development — proving that in free agency, team culture and specific growth opportunities often trump legacy and market size. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2efe7a1f0d510f19

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