Overview
- Kuzma posted a $36,000 wager on Spencer Pratt on social media on Monday, a bet that would pay about $133,588 if Pratt wins the June 2 nonpartisan primary.
- The Milwaukee Bucks forward replied to critics on X with the comment “LA has been cooked since Covid what am I missing lol,” drawing attention to the bet and the campaign.
- Pratt is a former reality TV star who launched his outsider mayoral bid after losing his Pacific Palisades home in the 2025 wildfires and has used viral videos and debate moments to climb in polls.
- The campaign has converted social traction into money and endorsements, reporting a recent fundraising surge of roughly $2.72 million and public backing from figures including President Trump and Lakers owner Jeanie Buss while facing questions about residency, AI ads, and union opposition spending.
- With roughly 40% of voters undecided and a top-two primary that advances the two highest vote-getters to a November runoff if no candidate tops 50%, high-profile bets and celebrity promotion could affect turnout and late shifts in support.