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Doc Rivers is caught between a rock and a hard place with Kyle Kuzma

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Bucks head coach Doc Rivers knows exactly what kind of player Kyle Kuzma is at this point in his career, and the problem is he can't do anything about it even with Giannis Antetokounmpo now sidelined for at least a few weeks.

The truth that is rapidly emerging early this season is that Kyle Kuzma simply thrives off the bench where expectations are lower and possessions are less critical. He's averaged 13.3 points and 4.4 rebounds so far this season with a slightly reduced role, playing just 25.9 minutes per game.

But with Giannis out, Rivers officially has no choice but to keep giving him starter minutes.