Jonathan Kuminga Set for Larger Role as Timberwolves Face Warriors

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jonathan Kuminga is set to assume an expanded scoring role following Anthony Edwards' knee surgery, beginning with a matchup against his former team, the Golden State Warriors. Signed to a one-year, $6.1 million contract with Minnesota, Kuminga is averaging 11.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 29.8 minutes per game as the starting power forward. He will be tasked with providing vital rim pressure in Edwards' absence during upcoming action.