Milwaukee made this move because they believe Kuzma can help them make a deep run in the playoffs. After being knocked out in the first round by the Pacers last year, they want to make a run to at least the Eastern Conference Finals.

The Milwaukee Bucks are trading NBA champion and Olympic gold medalist Khris Middleton to the Washington Wizards and getting Kyle Kuzma back in the deal, according to a person with knowledge of the agreement.