Kyle Kuzma's postseason has been less than stellar as he struggles to make an impact for the Milwaukee Bucks, currently facing a 3-1 deficit against the Indiana Pacers. Trade mid-season from the Washington Wizards for Khris Middleton, expectations ran high for Kuzma, who was pivotal in the Lakers' 2020 championship run. However, he has recorded minimal contributions, averaging only eight points per game in the playoffs, with a particularly dismal performance of just four points in Game 4 against Indiana.

Former NBA player Kendrick Perkins attributed Kuzma’s struggles to his previous time in Washington, suggesting that playing with a losing team has dulled his competitive edge. Kuzma's game averages during his last season in Washington - 19.5 points and 6.3 rebounds - highlight his potential, but his drop to only four points highlights the stark contrast in his playoff performance.