GM Jon Horst explained why his deadline moves, especially parting with a franchise staple, give Milwaukee a better chance to win a title.

The second act of Kyle Kuzma's career is over after the Washington Wizards traded him to the Milwaukee Bucks for Khris Middleton, per ESPN's Shams Charania. The Bucks are also sending AJ Johnson to Washington, while Milwaukee will also acquire Patrick Baldwin Jr. and second-round draft compensation.

Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst said trading Khris Middleton was the toughest decision of his career because of everything the three-time All-Star had done for the franchise. “I’m incredibly close with Khris personally,