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Bucks Cut Third-Year Forward Ahead of Regular Season

The Milwaukee Bucks are ditching a young player inked to a guaranteed contract ahead of the start of the 2025-26 NBA season. Shams Charania of ESPN reports that Milwaukee has opted to waive third-year forward Chris Livingston, the No.

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'I want to win': Giannis Antetokounmpo drops hint on Bucks future

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks is shaping up to be one of the main storylines of the 2025-26 season. This year could mark his final run with the franchise, and his recent remarks on SiriusXM NBA Radio have only fueled more concern among Bucks fans about what comes next.

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Myles Turner News / The SportsRush / October 18

Myles Turner Calls Bucks Move Just 'A Business Decision' Despite Being Stunned

Early in the 2025 off-season, Myles Turner’s move from the Indiana Pacers to the Milwaukee Bucks shocked the NBA community. He had just been one of the key players in the Pacers’ trip to the Finals, and was widely expected to re-sign with them.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 18

NBA Moves: Bucks, Amir Coffey, Spurs, Micah Potter, Suns

Amir Coffey has earned his spot in Milwaukee. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the veteran wing will make the Bucks’ regular-season roster after signing a non-guaranteed Exhibit 9 deal in August.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 18

Veteran center makes Spurs roster

The San Antonio Spurs have waived guards Adam Flagler and Stanley Umude, along with forward Micah Potter, the team announced on Saturday in a press release.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / October 18

Veteran forward to make Bucks' regular-season roster

Amir Coffey has survived a roster crunch in Milwaukee, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, who reports (via X) that the veteran wing will make the Bucks‘ regular-season roster.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / October 18

Bucks Free Agent Signing Will Miss Start of Season with New Injury

Even ahead of the 2025-26 season, a key new Milwaukee Bucks addition is already hurt. Two new Bucks free agent signings were ruled out of Milwaukee's 116-114 preseason loss against the shorthanded reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday — new rim-rolling center Myles Turner and new reserve shooting guard Gary Harris.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / October 18

Bucks Notes: Bucks Waive 2 Players, Huge Extension Signed, Heat Wanted Giannis Trade

The Milwaukee Bucks waived two players, according to the NBA's transaction log. A center and a guard were let go as Milwaukee prepares for the upcoming season.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / October 18

Bucks cut former lottery pick, finalize roster moves

The Milwaukee Bucks are just days away from tipping off their season against the Washington Wizards, and the team is looking to start strong. As opening night approaches, the front office has begun fine-tuning the roster with a few key moves.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 17

Bucks waive former first round pick

The Milwaukee Bucks’ season opener against the Washington Wizards is right around the corner, as the club hopes to be one of the more competitive teams this year.

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Doc Rivers News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / October 17

Bucks' Doc Rivers Makes Clear Statement on ICE Activity in Chicago

As he returns home for the first time since President Donald Trump and the Department of Homeland Security's "Midway Blitz" operation in Chicago, Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers made his opinion on the matter clear.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / October 17

What can we expect from the Ryan Rollins and Cole Anthony backcourt?

After four tune-up games, we sit just five days away from opening night for the Milwaukee Bucks, when they host the Washington Wizards. Despite the preseason games’ results not meaning much (3-1 record), there’s still plenty to dissect as we set our expectations of this new look Bucks team.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / October 17

'You are kidding yourself': Analyst blasts Bucks signing Alex Antetokounmpo

The Milwaukee Bucks added Alex Antetokounmpo to a two-way contract for one obvious reason, his family name. The front office has shown it will go to great lengths to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo content, and bringing in another Antetokounmpo takes that effort to an extreme level.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / October 17

Bucks sign former Top 10 overall pick in Exhibit 10 deal

Former lottery pick Johnny Davis has agreed to a contract with the Milwaukee Bucks, according to NBA insider Michael Scotto. The former Wisconsin standout and 2022 Big Ten Player of the Year is returning home to join the Wisconsin Herd in the G League.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / October 17

'What does that have to do with winning?': Kenyon Martin torches Bucks over Giannis Antetokounmpo brothers signings

Former NBA player Kenyon Martin criticized the Milwaukee Bucks for signing two of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s brothers, suggesting the team made those moves to persuade Giannis to reconsider leaving and possibly convince him to remain in Milwaukee.

Johnny Davis News / Hoops Rumors / October 16

Bucks agree to deal with former lottery pick

He was the 10th overall pick of the 2022 NBA Draft after a pair of college seasons with the Badgers.

Undrafted Bucks guard's success story continues with $45M payday

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AJ Green News / Fastbreak on SI / October 16

Structure Prediction on AJ Green's New Bucks Contract

Over the next few days, NBA teams will be weighing contract extension decisions, especially from the 2022 NBA Draft class. The Milwaukee Bucks didn’t draft AJ Green that year, but the young veteran has landed a generous payday for the future.

Chris Livingston News / Hoops Wire / October 16

Bucks waive Chris Livingston to begin roster shuffle

The Bucks are trimming their roster ahead of the regular season, parting ways with forward Chris Livingston, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Livingston, who turned 22 this week, was the final pick in the 2023 NBA Draft and appeared in just 42 games over two seasons with Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15

Nick Young drops hilarious take on how to keep Giannis on Bucks

The Milwaukee Bucks have a lot of questions to answer this season, with not one being bigger than what the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo on the team will be.