# Kuminga’s Pay Cut Sparks League Questions | 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: 2026-09-12T12:39:14+00:00
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Jonathan Kuminga shocked the NBA by taking a massive pay cut from a potential $75M Warriors deal to a $12M two-year contract with the Timberwolves—sparking wild speculation. Former player Gilbert Arenas is accusing Kuminga’s camp of secretly negotiating side deals to make the move possible, questioning how anyone would willingly accept such a steep drop without hidden compensation. While Kuminga claims he joined for Minnesota’s “winning culture,” the Wolves aren’t championship contenders—and this gamble could define his career. The league’s tightening scrutiny on shady contracts has turned this move into a league-wide mystery. 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/2ca61fdf6b7d881b

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