Kuzma ended Thursday's 109-99 loss to the Wizards with 19 points (8-18 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds and six assists over 35 minutes.
Kuzma failed to connect from beyond the arc, but he posted a serviceable shooting line and fell one rebound shy of a double-double. His production across the board has noticeably improved over his last three performances, as he's averaging 15.7 points, 9.0 rebounds and 6.7 assists in 34.0 minutes during that hot stretch. The Bucks will need to continue to lean heavily on Kuzma while Giannis Antetokounmpo recovers from a calf injury.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Absent from injury report
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Kuzma (quadricep) is off the injury report for Thursday's game against the Wizards.
Kuzma left Tuesday's 139-122 loss to the 76ers due to a left quadricep cramp, but the issue has proven to be of minimal concern. The 30-year-old forward has started four consecutive games, during which Kuzma has averaged 11.8 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.8 assists in 31.4 minutes per contest. He should continue to handle increased usage due to Giannis Antetokounmpo's (calf) future in Milwaukee being uncertain.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Doesn't return Tuesday
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Kuzma didn't return to Tuesday's 139-122 loss to the 76ers due to a left quadricep cramp, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports. He finished with 17 points (6-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 32 minutes.
Kuzma exited Tuesday's contest with 4:16 remaining in the fourth quarter and was unable to return. The 30-year-old forward scored in double figures for a second consecutive contest and dished out a season-high mark in assists, albeit in a losing effort. His next opportunity to play will come Thursday against the Wizards.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Leaves for locker room
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Kuzma exited to the locker room in the fourth quarter of Tuesday's game against the 76ers due to an apparent left leg injury, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Kuzma limped to the locker room with 4:16 remaining in the final quarter. If he's unable to return, he'll finish with 17 points (6-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 32 minutes.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Double-double in loss
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Kuzma ended with 11 points (4-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-6 FT), 10 rebounds and six assists across 35 minutes in Friday's 102-100 loss to Denver.
Kuzma made his third straight start Friday and delivered the most productive outing of the stretch, recording his third double-double of the season along with his highest assist total since Dec. 1. Entering the contest, the forward had averaged 13.6 points, 5.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 29.5 minutes across his previous 17 starts. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) potentially sidelined for an extended period, Kuzma appears likely to retain a starting role moving forward.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Back in starting lineup Monday
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Kuzma will start Monday's game against the Hawks.
Kuzma hasn't started since Dec. 26, but he will supplant Kevin Porter in the first five for Monday's matinee. As a starter this season (15 games), Kuzma has averaged 14.1 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.2 combined steals-plus-blocks in 29.6 minutes per contest.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Available to play
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Kuzma (illness) is available for Thursday's game in San Antonio.
Kuzma isn't feeling well, but he'll power through and make himself available for Thursday's game. Kuzma is averaging 12.5 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game this season.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Downgraded to questionable
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Kuzma (illness) has been downgraded to questionable for Thursday's game against the Spurs.
Kuzma was a late addition to the injury report, presumably after waking up under the weather. He had a tough showing Tuesday against Minnesota, as he attempted one shot in 21 minutes of the blowout loss. If Kuzma can't play, Bobby Portis could become more involved for the Bucks.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Struggles in loss
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Kuzma posted two points (1-1 FG), two assists and one block over 21 minutes during Tuesday's 139-106 loss to Minnesota.
Kuzma scored just two points, continuing what has been a subpar month of basketball. In 13 appearances during that time, he has averaged 10.6 points and 5.0 rebounds in 25.7 minutes per game, making him barely a top-250 player in standard leagues. At this point, fantasy managers may be better off streaming his position.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Tough night in loss
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Kuzma logged 11 points (5-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT) and six rebounds over 26 minutes during Sunday's 108-104 loss to Denver.
Kuzma, who has been linked to trades elsewhere due to his salary size, continues to struggle for the Bucks. Over his last seven outings, he's shooting 51.9 percent from the field, but his usage is down with averages of 9.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.0 three-pointers in 23.8 minutes per contest.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Continues to trend down
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Kuzma had three points (1-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and four assists over 18 minutes during Sunday's 115-98 win over the Kings.
With Giannis Antetokounmpo back in the mix for the Bucks, Kuzma's fantasy value is taking a considerable hit as a result. Kuzma has averaged 8.8 points, 4.4 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 23.9 minutes per contest in his last five games, all off the bench.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Not starting Saturday
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Kuzma won't start against the Bulls on Saturday.
With Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) back in action, Kuzma will slide to the second unit after starting each of his last five appearances. In 14 outings off the bench so far this season, the 30-year-old forward has averaged 12.9 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.8 assists across 24.0 minutes per tilt.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Adds 15 points in victory
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Kuzma totaled 15 points (5-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 111-94 victory over Indiana.
Kuzma delivered a solid performance against Indiana, finishing as Milwaukee's third-leading scorer. He has now scored in double figures in six straight appearances and has started each of his last four. The 30-year-old forward also matched his season-high mark in blocks, recording multiple swats for the third time in 28 regular-season appearances (14 starts).
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Posts efficient double-double
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Kuzma posted 12 points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 10 rebounds and four assists across 32 minutes during Sunday's 103-100 loss to the Timberwolves.
Kuzma attempted only five shots from the field but managed to score in double digits by attempting a season-high eight shots from the charity stripe. He was also active on the boards, pulling down 10 or more rebounds for the first time since Nov. 26. Kuzma is averaging 17.0 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 29.8 minutes over his last five games.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Off injury report
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Kuzma (illness) isn't on the injury report for Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Kuzma logged a full practice Saturday after missing Milwaukee's matchup against Toronto on Thursday. The 30-year-old has started in 12 of his 26 games this season, and he's averaging 14.2 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.6 assists across 28.9 minutes as a starter.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Participates in practice
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Kuzma (illness) participated in practice Saturday ahead of Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Kuzma missed Milwaukee's most recent contest due to illness, but his activity level in practice Saturday is an encouraging sign for his availability Sunday. Kuzma has started three consecutive games, but with AJ Green back in action, Kuzma could return to a reserve role.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Won't go Thursday
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Kuzma (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Kuzma will miss just his second game of the season after being downgraded to out Thursday evening. Look for Gary Trent and Bobby Portis to be more involved in Kuzma's absence.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Questionable with illness
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Kuzma is questionable for Thursday's game against Toronto due to an illness.
The Bucks are likely to check back in to see how Kuzma is feeling closer to Thursday's tipoff before determining his status. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) already sidelined, Gary Trent could his work his way onto the streaming radar in most leagues if Kuzma is also unable to play.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Scores 13 points in blowout loss
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Kuzma posted 13 points (6-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds and three assists across 28 minutes during Sunday's 127-82 loss to Brooklyn.
Kuzma was unable to match the 31-point output he delivered in the win over the Celtics on Thursday, but he seems to be finding a groove on offense after notching a fourth consecutive game with 13 or more points. Kuzma is likely to remain in the starting lineup as long as Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) remains sidelined, translating to an uptick in his fantasy stock across all formats.
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Bucks' Kyle Kuzma: Pours in 31 points
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Kuzma tallied 31 points (13-17 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds and one block in 31 minutes during Thursday's 116-101 win over the Celtics.
Kuzma delivered a season-high 31 points and did so in an efficient manner, knocking down 76.5 percent of his tries from the field. He combined with Bobby Portis for 58 of Milwaukee's 116 points on the night, which was good enough to take down Boston. Kuzma has found his name in the starting lineup in two straight games, but that's expected to change soon as AJ Green (shoulder) nears a return.
