Kyle Kuzma is Proving to Be the Third Piece LA Needs

The Los Angeles Lakers are the reigning NBA champions but have not had quite the success they were hoping for this season. A large reason for this was the injuries to Anthony Davis and LeBron James. With these two missing time, there have been more opportunities for other players to step up and showcase their skills. One player who has taken great advantage of this is Kyle Kuzma.

INTERESTING FACTS

8 GP with 20+ PTS since March 3rd (4 such GP prior this season)
Recorded the 4th most PTS by a Lakers rookie in a single season

Odds vs. LAC: LAL +303 (Spread +8.5)

MAIN TAKEAWAY

KYLE KUZMA IS PROVING TO BE THE THIRD PIECE LA NEEDS

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The fourth-year forward from the University of Utah has shown recently that he can be a key player on this team, and is able to pick up some of the slack if their two All-Stars are having an off night. He had an immediate impact when he came into the league as a rookie, and is now reminding fans why he was regarded so highly. His performances are going to be key for the Lake show through the playoffs.

Although currently sitting at sixth in the Western Conference, LA still has the second-best odds to win the championship according to Vegas. They are behind only the Brooklyn Nets, who have three certified star players. In order to compete with them, LA likely needs a third key piece themselves, and Kuzma is looking like he can fit the part. A good postseason from him will really help the Lakers in their title defense, and he has shown signs that he’ll be ready for the challenge.