Fans Remind Kyle Kuzma He’s ‘A Laker’ After Cryptic ‘LA Vibe’ Tweet Goes VIRAL

Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma's recent mysterious tweet on social media caused trade speculation among NBA fans. Read more to know.

Published on Jul 10, 2024  |  12:34 AM IST |  58.1K
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Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma recently posted a short and seemingly mysterious tweet on social media, causing consternation and speculation among NBA fans. The tweet has struck a chord with Los Angeles Lakers fans in particular as free agency gets underway, and many are excited to interpret its meaning and possible ramifications.On July 8, Kuzma tweeted "LA vibe," which immediately caught the attention of baseball fans and the media. Given Kuzma's history with the Lakers, where he spent the first four seasons of his NBA career, the tweet led many to speculate that he could return to Los Angeles.


The timing of the tweet added fuel to the fire amid ongoing free agency discussions and trade rumors.

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Fans' reactions and speculation

Lakers fans swiftly flooded social media platforms with their interpretations and wishes after the tweet went viral. Numerous others tagging Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka urged him to take Kuzma's remark as a subliminal indication that he wants to rejoin the team. 

One fan said it best when they said, "He's asking to be traded," echoing the thoughts of many in the Lakers fan base. Fans who recall Kuzma's contributions to the Lakers' 2020 championship run find the prospect of him coming back to the team enticing.


After being selected by the Brooklyn Nets in the 2017 NBA Draft, Kyle Kuzma was traded to the Lakers right away. Kuzma became a well-rounded forward during his four seasons in Los Angeles, renowned for his tenacity on both sides of the court and ability to score points. He contributed crucial minutes off the bench and occasionally took the court as a starter. However, as part of a package deal to acquire Russell Westbrook, Kuzma was traded to the Washington Wizards in 2021.

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Current situation with the Wizards

Kuzma, who has continued to develop as a player since joining the Wizards, has great averages in points, rebounds, and assists per game. His performance made him a valuable asset for the Wizards, but also kept him in the conversation during trade rumors, especially as they tried to reshuffle the roster. The possibility of Kuzma returning to Los Angeles attracts the attention of not only fans but also analysts who believe he can play an important role in the Lakers.

The Lakers have been busy this offseason in an attempt to assemble a team capable of winning a repeat title. The club, led by LeBron James and Anthony Davis, has sought several ways to bolster their supporting group. With Kuzma possibly returning, the Lakers might have a dependable, experienced player accustomed to the team's dynamics and can make an immediate impact.

NBA fans, especially those from Los Angeles, are happy and thoughtful about Kyle Kuzma's "LA vibe" tweet. It will be interesting to see how things develop as free agency unfolds and what Kuzma's secret message has to offer. For now, Lakers fans can hope that the team's front office will listen to their demands for a meeting while they despair that Kyle Kuzma can return.

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