Kyle Kuzma comments on Lakers GM Rob Pelinka, criticizes LeBron and Davis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 3:11 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Kyle Kuzma commented on a recent Instagram post by Cuffs The Legend that criticized Lakers GM Rob Pelinka. This discussion arose after LeBron James decided not to re-sign with the Lakers, leading to claims that both he and Anthony Davis were mistreated by the organization. Kuzma's comment suggested that high salaries for Davis and James complicate roster decisions, referencing Davis' requests for a starting center that went unfulfilled. David's trade to the Mavericks followed his demand, which increased scrutiny on Pelinka's moves. Kuzma and Davis had a brief exchange on social media following the post. The Lakers' roster decisions have come under fire as they navigate a changing in the wake of previous failed experiments, including the acquisition of Russell Westbrook.
- •Kuzma commented on an Instagram post about Pelinka's decisions.
- •LeBron James' non-re-signing has created controversy about team dynamics.
- •Davis publicly requested a starting center before his trade to the Mavericks.
- •Kuzma suggested salary issues complicate acquiring new players.
- •Previous roster moves, including the Westbrook trade, have faced criticism.
- 3:11 AMYahoo Sports — Kyle Kuzma Throws Shade at LeBron James, Anthony Davis While Defending Lakers GM Rob Pelinka With 12-Word Message
"LeBron James’ friend, Cuffs The Legend, blasted Rob Pelinka, the Los Angeles Lakers’ president of basketball operations and general manager, on Instagram on Thursday. Following James’ decision not to re-sign with the team, the basketball observer wrote that both the four-time MVP and Anthony Davis were “back-doored” out of the franchise.
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