NBA Rumors: Lakers and Warriors Among the 4 Possible Destinations for Kyle Kuzma
Following Giannis Antetokounmpo's departure, the Milwaukee Bucks are going to begin a rebuilding process, and we already have the next player who could be changing teams this summer.
The Milwaukee Bucks still have work to do after the trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat in a major deal. The franchise continues to be active in the market and, among its priorities, is finding a way out for Kyle Kuzma and Myles Turner.
Regarding Kuzma, his expiring contract of $20.5 million could make him an attractive piece for several teams. The former Lakers player has averaged 16.6 points and 6.1 rebounds per game over his nine seasons in the NBA, although his minutes decreased last season along with his statistics.
Fran Leiva, from Fadeaway World, has suggested several possible destinations for the 2.03-meter power forward while Milwaukee continues to try and trade him.
The Lakers, a potential return home
The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the options. It would be Kuzma's return to the franchise where he played his first four seasons in the NBA and where he played a significant role off the bench in the team that won the 2020 championship.
Kuzma knows the city, and the Lakers are well aware of what the player can bring.
The Warriors seek more scoring
The Golden State Warriors are another destination being considered. The team finished last season ranked 22nd in the NBA in scoring, and with Jimmy Butler out until at least after Christmas, Kuzma could be an alternative.
According to Leiva, the power forward could lead the second unit, play as a 'four' alongside Kristaps Porzingis, and take on tougher and more physical matchups than most of the current small forwards of Golden State.
Detroit needs more scoring to support Cunningham
The Detroit Pistons are also among the options. The franchise needs to increase their offensive production, and Cade Cunningham needs more help, especially after the team's big men contributed little in this area during the 2025-26 season.
New Orleans looking to change course
The New Orleans Pelicans complete the list. After another disappointing season at the bottom of the Western Conference, the team hasn't made many changes this summer.
Leiva believes that Kuzma's arrival could boost the team. A possible lineup consisting of Dejounte Murray, if healthy, Jordan Poole, Trey Murphy, Kuzma, and Zion Williamson in late-game situations could, at least, give the Pelicans hope of going from being out of the Play-In to competing for a playoff spot next season.
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