On Friday, a source close to the situation reported that Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma has declined a contract extension offer from the Washington Wizards. The news comes as a surprise to many, as Kuzma had been linked to the Wizards for some time.
Kuzma, who was acquired by the Lakers in 2017, has been a key contributor for the team over the past few seasons. He averaged 12.8 points and 4.5 rebounds per game last season, and was expected to be a key part of the Lakers’ rotation this year.
The Wizards had reportedly offered Kuzma a four-year, $80 million deal, which would have made him one of the highest-paid players on the team. However, it appears that Kuzma has decided to remain with the Lakers, at least for the time being.
It is unclear why Kuzma decided to decline the offer from the Wizards. Some speculate that he may be looking for a larger role with the Lakers, or that he is not interested in playing in Washington. Others believe that he may be waiting to see what other offers come his way before making a decision.
Whatever the reason, Kuzma’s decision to decline the contract extension offer from the Wizards is sure to have an impact on the team’s plans for the future. The Wizards had been hoping that Kuzma would be a key part of their core going forward, and his decision to stay with the Lakers could have a significant effect on their roster construction.
It remains to be seen what will happen with Kuzma in the future. For now, it appears that he will remain with the Lakers, but it is possible that he could still end up with the Wizards at some point down the line. Only time will tell.
