Kyle Kuzma Discussion: Wizard

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  1. KareemtheGreat33

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    If he continues being mediocre, we might Sasha him later and lose a 1st round pick
     
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    why'd he bring his bowling ball to the furry party?
     
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    I feel like he's playing well the last couple games. I like how he's fitting in and doing a lot of things for us without having to just focus on scoring. 11 and 11 last game was strong. He had some nice plays for others, made some shots and grabbed boards tonight. Also a swat or two on D.
     
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    Just saw the image of him above for 1st time now on my phone. Earlier on computer just a white box. Does he have no self awareness? These are choices of dress and fashion that 5-10-15 years from now will make him cringe from “What was I thinking?” embarrassment.

    :eek: :rofl:
     
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    Kyle Rodman out there. Averaging 10 boards a game over the last 3. Great way to find ways to contribute outside of scoring.
     
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    Gotta give credit when credit is due. Kuzma's rebounding has been huge for the Lakers. 22 minutes and had 13 rebounds? I didn't know Wilt Chamberlain had a son!
     
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    Seriously, Kyle is finding his niche. Last few games it's been about the boards. 13 in fact tonight for the double double, 2nd one in three games. Great to see Kuz making the most of his minutes out there. Effective!
     
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    It’s like a light went off in Kuz’s head that he has a knack for rebounding and is enjoying it now because he’s good at it.
     
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    Rebound the ball and shoot the 3. I'll take it.
     
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    even when not scoring, hes active on d, making the little plays, rebounding and looking very engaged.

    i also liked what he said in the post game interview that they still have a lot of work to do defensively and that they need to continue to make the right plays on offense. seems very team focused

    kudos kuz!

    keep on drippin!
     
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    it's like he heard me early in the season after that game where he had zero rebounds.
     
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    He is exactly what this team needs. I am so happy for Kuz. Hope he continues his strong play
     
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    Even when Kuzma has bad games, it is an insult to call him Sasha Vujacic. Other than a small stretch in 2008, Sasha never did or will do what Kuzma does. Sasha had a screw loose in his head that kept him from being a JJ Redick type. Kuzma doesn't have a screw loose he just loses focus sometimes. However, if he finds a way to stay focused and always continue to improve, Kuzma should be this generations Rashard Lewis.
     
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    If someone told me a year ago (or two) that Kuz will be able to block some shots, I'd look at them like

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    But somehow he's doubled his block rate this season... maybe he's taking lessons with AD or Marc? 'Cause he's our #3 shotblocker right now. That weak side block is just nasty.
     
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    hes really gotten good at chase down blocks as well - opposing players continue to underestimate his length and leaping ability and he is taking advantage
     
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    One of the best games I’ve seen from kuzma. Rebounding and defense A+
     
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    Just don't pair him with Matthews. That duo seems to be too slow together and not enough playmaking on offense.

    Otherwise like what I see. He's finding ways to make a difference
     
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    I know Vogel is just messing around but playing Kuz at SG is taking it too far .

    Please stop with that Kuz/Lebron/Kieff/Montrez crap
     
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