Taylor Jenkins, formerly of the Memphis Grizzlies, took over as the Milwaukee Bucks' head coach this offseason, replacing Hall of Famer Doc Rivers.

Known for his player development, Jenkins is implementing new things into the Bucks' system as the franchise embarks on a post-Giannis Antetokounmpo rebuild.

Although he is no longer a young, promising player, veteran Kyle Kuzma has taken to the direction the organization is heading.

"It's all about buying in and committing," he said during a media availability on Tuesday. "I've always been someone who's super coachable... [Playing basketball] in a new style is just learning. It just adds to your basketball knowledge."

Kuzma said Jenkins' philosophy suits how he likes to play.

Entering his 10th year in the NBA, the 31-year-old prides himself on doing whatever he's been asked throughout his career. He is happy to lead by example that way.

Kuzma added that he feels good going into the season and said his fit in Jenkins' system epitomizes the adage "less is more." He is particularly excited to attack closeouts freely and catch-and-shoot.

Kuzma averaged 13 points across 69 games (43 starts) for the Bucks last year in his first full season after arriving from Washington. He added 4.5 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game, shooting 49.2 percent from the field and 34.7 percent from beyond the arc.

The former No. 27 overall pick in 2017, Kuzma, has established himself over the years as a do-it-all forward. His biggest strength has always been his shot from the perimeter, but he's not shy to put the ball on the floor and have it in his hands, either.

At his best, he can be a fine contributor in helping the Bucks find their new identity.

Speaking of the new identity, however, it remains unclear how Kuzma will slot into the equation after his forgettable start to preseason.

In the Bucks' opener on Monday, Milwaukee fell 116-97 to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Kuzma went 0-for-6 from the field (0-for-2 3PT) and scored just one point in 20 minutes as a starter. He added five rebounds and one assist.

Going from bad to worse, he was left out of the Bucks' second preseason game — despite having no injury designation.

Ascending big man Kel'el Ware — acquired from the Miami Heat in the Antetokounmpo trade — replaced Kuzma in the starting lineup and recorded his second straight double-double (18 points, 12 rebounds) in 25 minutes as the Bucks beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 128-126 on Wednesday.

Ware chipped in 14 points and 12 rebounds off the bench against the Timberwolves, putting himself in pole position to secure the starting power forward role in Jenkins' debut campaign in Milwaukee.