NBA insider Jake Fischer reported on Monday that “there has been little fresh chatter” about the Bucks pursuing Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler, while the franchise “more recently had conversations about pursuing” the 29-year-old Kuzma, who has become “less patient now with the Wizards’ direction” in recent weeks.

The Milwaukee Bucks and the Washington Wizards have reportedly been in talks about a possible Kyle Kuzma for Khris Middleton swap.

Kyle Kuzma could play for the Bucks soon, but only if the Wizards trade for the injured Khris Middleton's unappealing contract.

The Washington Wizards and Milwaukee Bucks have explored a trade involving forwards Kyle Kuzma and Khris Middleton, per NBA insiders Josh Robbins and Davis Aldridge of The Athletic.

With this season’s NBA trade deadline looming on Thursday afternoon, the Washington Wizards have some clear priorities and some, shall we say, “disputed” priorities. What’s not in dispute, league sources told The Athletic,

The Bucks have long been linked to Jimmy Butler, but they may be turning their attention to the Wizards' Kyle Kuzma.

According to The Athletic, the Bucks could be making a move soon for Kyle Kuzma in a deal that would send Khris Middleton and draft capital to the Wizards. Kuzma would help the Bucks with their scoring issues. When he is motivated, he is a top-shelf scorer at the wing position. Getting rid of Middleton would be an added bonus as well.

The Washington Wizards could be the key to the Milwaukee Bucks getting the player they need for their upcoming playoff run.