Kuzma on Money, Mindset, and Smart Spending | Milwaukee Bucks News

Kyle Kuzma dropped a blunt truth: NBA players still walk away with serious cash even after taxes and fees, but the real issue isn’t the system—it’s how some spend it. He shared his own early days, surviving on a $12K energy drink deal while his checks were tiny. CJ McCollum echoed the struggle, stretching his own $12K deal from April to November before NIL. Both stressed budgeting as non-negotiable, but fans sided with Kuzma—calling out the disconnect when stars complain about money while earning millions. The bigger picture? Retired legends like Shaq warn current stars about financial literacy, and Kuzma proves it works—he’s investing in businesses, building his brand, and learning from vets, turning his big contract into smart growth, not flashy spending. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6a2573506ad3b743