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'He Used to Always Scare Me': Ex-NBA Star Makes Honest Kevin Garnett Admission

Kevin Garnett’s intensity is unmatched. So when Austin Rivers first walked into an NBA practice facility as a kid tagging along with his father, then-Celtics head coach Doc Rivers, not yet understanding what professional intensity actually looked like up close, he found out fast.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo linked to one East playoff team after latest hiring

One Eastern Conference team’s recent coaching shakeup may have made it a more interesting Giannis Antetokounmpo trade destination. The Orlando Magic on Friday hired longtime assistant coach Sean Sweeney to be the team’s next head coach.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 29

Cavaliers' Koby Altman addresses Evan Mobley, Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors

The Cleveland Cavaliers were among the handful of teams routinely linked with Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo even before Cleveland was swept out of the Eastern Conference Finals by the New York Knicks.

Another playoff flop further complicates James Harden's legacy

One contender has already shut the door on Giannis Antetokounmpo

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 29

One contender has already shut the door on Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Cleveland Cavaliers flamed out of the playoffs, once again raising doubts about their ability to win with this core. Rumors of a re-ignited interest in trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo flooded social media almost right away.

Another playoff flop further complicates James Harden's legacy

Knicks' Mitchell Robinson reportedly has NBA Finals plan after finger injury

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / May 29

Milwaukee Bucks 2026 Mock Draft: No. 9, Brayden Burries

Talent or fit? It’s the age-old question, at least as far as the NBA Draft is concerned. And with Brayden Burries, a 6’4”, 215 lb combo guard out of Arizona, it raises itself again.

Evan Mobley News / Hoops Wire / May 29

Bucks reportedly view Cavs’ Evan Mobley as ideal Giannis return

The Giannis Antetokounmpo speculation isn’t going away. Now, another report has linked Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley to the conversation. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Bucks would have interest in acquiring Mobley as part of any potential trade package if Milwaukee were ever to move Antetokounmpo.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Video Games News / Athlon Sports / May 29

NBA THE RUN Open Beta Is Free — Here's How to Download It

For basketball gaming fans, it has been a long time since a major streetball-focused title entered the conversation. That changes on June 9 when NBA THE RUN officially launches, bringing fast-paced arcade hoops, NBA superstars, street legends, and online competition to a new generation of players.

NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / May 28

Giannis Antetokounmpo Would Reportedly Consider a Reunion with Damian Lillard

Another day, another report that doesn't give us the resolution of the Giannis Antetokounmpo saga. Now, it's Chris Haynes who yet again had a report on Giannis, which is intriguing because he is related to Giannis through marriage.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Total Pro Sports / May 28

Report: A 'Mystery Team' Has Emerged in Giannis Antetokounmpo Sweepstakes

The Giannis Antetokounmpo rumor mill never stops to amaze. Every contender around the league seemed ready to empty the vault for the Milwaukee Bucks superstar, but now there’s reportedly another franchise lurking in the shadows.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / May 28

Milwaukee Bucks 2026 Mock Draft: No. 8, Mikel Brown Jr.

Mikel Brown Jr. could well be the second-best three-level scorer in this draft as a rookie (behind Darryn Peterson), and he has been rising up draft boards following a strong showing at the combine.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 28

Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals toughest player he’s ever guarded

Giannis Antetokounmpo is in the final days of his career as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks franchise, as it’s clear that the Bucks are not equipped whatsoever to provide Antetokounmpo with the championship-caliber roster he so craves to be playing alongside.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 27

How Giannis Antetokounmpo reacted to Myles Turner’s claim

Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner ruffled some feathers recently when he spilled behind the scenes news regarding the team this past season. Among some of the things Turner revealed was that Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo was routinely late for team flights and was never punished for it.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / May 27

The Giannis Antetokounmpo Saga May Be Down to One Team Before the Draft

It has felt like forever for Milwaukee Bucks fans, and the entire NBA. Each day, new "reports" coming out as reporters, teams, and aggregators continue to recirculate the same information, give their opinions, and sometimes, give us an update that has actual substance.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / EssentiallySports / May 28

Ex-Bucks Star Reveals Giannis Antetokounmpo’s True Feelings About Teammate Calling Him Out for Being Late

When a Bucks promotional video surfaced earlier this month showing the players dodging the question, “Who’s always last on the bus?”, Myles Turner should have ideally done what his other teammates did — ignore the question completely.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 27

Bucks get unsolicited Giannis Antetokounmpo trade advice with lottery reform on way

The Milwaukee Bucks are in the early stages of another offseason that is sure to be filled with trade rumors regarding franchise star Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / May 27

Milwaukee Bucks 2026 Mock Draft: No. 7, Kingston Flemings

Kingston Flemings, a 6’2” (barefoot) point guard out of the University of Houston, is yet another player to emerge into this draft’s top 10 who was relatively unknown coming into the year.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 29

Giannis Antetokounmpo has been linked to a new team

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has been linked to a new potential destination in trade rumors this summer. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst noted that the Cleveland Cavaliers are likely to make significant changes to their roster after being swept by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / May 26

Ranking the Bigs for the Milwaukee Bucks Future, Depending on Giannis

The duo above did not pan out in the eyes of many, and they have very likely played their final, and only NBA season together. The Bucks brought Myles Turner in this past offseason on a four-year, $108.87 million fully guaranteed deal.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 26

Cavs’ best Giannis Antetokounmpo trade offer to Bucks after Knicks’ ECF sweep

The Cleveland Cavaliers were just swept in the Eastern Conference Finals. They’ve had a talented core for quite some time now, yet they haven’t been able to take the next step forward and get into the NBA Finals.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / May 26

Return to contention would be lengthy process for the Milwaukee Bucks

Teams around the league have laid a blueprint for how to return to the promised land after trading a star player, but one ingredient is paramount: getting/having the guy to replace them. The Milwaukee Bucks are at the end of the road with Giannis Antetokounmpo, which means the start of a years long process to return to relevancy.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / May 26

Milwaukee Bucks 2026 Mock Draft: No. 6, Darius Acuff Jr.

Darius Acuff Jr. started the year as a fringe-lottery type guy, and ended it as a consensus top-eight selection on most mocks. He was the best pure scorer in college basketball, averaging 23.5 PPG and 6.4 APG on 44.0% from three.

Doc Rivers News / AirJordanChronicles / May 24

Doc Rivers Once Explained Key Difference Between How NBA Treated LeBron and Michael Jordan

LeBron James and Michael Jordan, two legends, entered the league with vastly different expectations. According to Doc Rivers, we might have judged them by the same standard, even when James and MJ started differently. Jordan was the third pick in the 1984 NBA draft after three years with the University of North Carolina.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / May 23

Darvin Ham, Joe Boylan To Join Bucks Coaching Staff

Head coach Taylor Jenkins‘ coaching staff for the Bucks is taking shape. In addition to the recently-announced Peter St. Andrews, Milwaukee is bringing on Joe Boylan and retaining Darvin Ham, Eric Nehm and Sam Amick report for The Athletic.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / May 23

Bucks To Hire Patrick St. Andrews As Assistant Coach

The Bucks are hiring former Blazers assistant coach Patrick St. Andrews, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). St. Andrews worked previously with the Bucks’ new coach, Taylor Jenkins, when they were both with the Grizzlies.

Myles Turner News / AirJordanChronicles / May 22

Patrick Beverley Sounds Off on Myles Turner Over Giannis and Bucks Controversy

Patrick Beverley is never one to keep his opinions quiet. When surprising details leaked about a struggling team, he stepped in to defend his former franchise. Beverley blasted Myles Turner on SiriusXM NBA Radio for claiming the Milwaukee Bucks locker room lacks discipline.