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Jonathan Kuminga, Congolese basketball player

On October 6, in the year 2002, Jonathan Kuminga, Congolese basketball player. This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of October 6, a notable event in this corner of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Jonathan Kuminga. Learn more below.

Jonathan Malangu Kuminga is a Congolese professional basketball player for the Minnesota Timberwolves of the National Basketball Association (NBA). A consensus five-star recruit and the top small forward in the 2021 class, he chose to forgo his college eligibility and reclassify to the 2020 class to join the NBA G League Ignite. Kuminga finished his high school career at The Patrick School in Hillside, New Jersey.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on October 6, 2002 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 19 September 2026.

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