Bucks’ Bold Move: Kyle Kuzma Must Embrace Sixth Man Role to Unlock Team’s Full Potential
If Kyle Kuzma returns to the Milwaukee Bucks next season, the team must seriously consider moving him to the bench. His fit in the starting lineup has proven problematic due to his inconsistent three-point shooting—he shot just 30.7% from deep last season. Pairing Kuzma with a non-shooter like Giannis Antetokounmpo clogs the paint, allowing defenders to sag off Kuzma and disrupt the Bucks’ offensive flow.
A bench role would better suit Kuzma’s strengths and the team’s needs. It would allow him to operate as a primary scoring option in second units, similar to the role he thrived in while with the Wizards. Playing more at the power forward spot would also unlock his slashing and athleticism without the pressure of needing to space the floor for Giannis.
This move would offer the coaching staff added flexibility—Kuzma’s minutes could be adjusted based on his performance each night. And with Bobby Portis potentially departing in free agency or stepping into a starting role, the Bucks have a clear opening for Kuzma to become their next high-energy bench contributor, offering scoring punch and lineup versatility without compromising floor spacing for the starters.
