What happened: Kurt Helin says a guard earning $6 million this season is part of the latest framework, replacing a previous $12.4 million salary concept. Jonathan Kuminga favors a move that would start him at power forward in Los Angeles.

Why it matters: Atlanta sits $3.8 million below the luxury-tax line, complicating any structure that adds salary. A deal would give Kuminga a defined starting role for the upcoming 2026-27 season.

What to watch: Watch whether the teams can settle Kuminga's contract terms and construct a workable salary match.