Lakers news: Kyle Kuzma wants to 'grow an all-around game'

Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma has proved in his first two seasons in the NBA he can score the ball at a high level. Now, he wants to do more than just score.

Los Angeles Lakers small forward Kyle Kuzma has proved in his first two seasons in the NBA he can score the ball at a high level.

Now, the swingman wants to improve on his rebounding, passing and defensive skills so that he can become a versatile, all-around player for the Lakers moving forward.

“We have guys who need the ball, and I’m a guy who creates a lot of attention out on the court because of the way I score and shoot the ball,” Kuzma said, via Kyle Goon of the Orange County Register. “I think it’s my job to just continue to develop and become a playmaker, and just grow an all-around game.”

In 67 games this season for the Lakers, Kyle Kuzma is averaging 18.7 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists. The 23-year-old is shooting 45.7 percent from the field, 30.5 percent from beyond the arc and 74.8 percent from the free-throw line.

Kuzma's rebounding numbers went down this season, while his assists numbers increased. Like Kuzma says, there are a lot of players on the Lakers who need the ball to be effective. With that said, it would benefit Los Angeles if Kuzma became a good playmaker to complement LeBron James and Lonzo Ball.