Kyle Kuzma warns opponents that every Lakers player has something to prove this NBA season

Kyle Kuzma recently led Lakers to a 125-110 victory against Oklahoma City Thunder while Anthony Davis (back) and LeBron James (illness) were sidelined. During a recent interview with a leading sports portal, Kuzma opened up about Lakers and wanting to win NBA championship.

LA Lakers have t reached NBA Playoffs since NBA 2012-13 season. However, y are currently leading Western Conference standings with a 32-7 win-loss record. 

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NBA 2019-20: Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma thinks that everyone on team has something to prove 

According to Kuzma, everyone from Anthony Davis to Dwight Howard has something to prove. He said that Davis is trying to win a ring for himself, James is trying to win championship and Howard is trying to redeem himself.

On or hand, Kuzma wants to establish himself in NBA. 24-year-old also added that Lakers do t take any of ir games lightly and are a close-knit group who want to dominate league. team believes that y are going to win every game, irrespective of ir opponent. 

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NBA 2019-20: Kyle Kuzma and Rajon Rondo lead Lakers to a 125-110 victory

Kyle Kuzma led Lakers to victory with 36 points and 7 rebounds. This was also Lakers eighth straight win. Rajon Rondo and Dwight Howard scored 21 and 12 points respectively. 

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Recently, rumours about Lakers trading Kuzma have been making rounds. According to NBA reports, Lakers need a consistent shooter who y can rely on. Some reports even hinted at Kyle Kuzma being traded if LeBron James decides that it is right move to make.

However, Kuzma shut down rumours, stating that y are only around for people to talk about. When asked about wher NBA trade rumours have affected his gameplay, he said that it does t even matter anymore. 

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(Im courtesy: Kuzma's official Instagram handle)