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Giannis Antetokounmpo admits real talk about Myles Turner: ‘I didn’t like him either’

Giannis Antetokounmpo arrived in the NBA in 2013, when the Milwaukee Bucks took him in that year’s NBA draft. Two years later, Myles Turner was drafted by the Indiana Pacers.

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Former Bucks star Khris Middleton gets emotional tribute in Milwaukee return

Khris Middleton views a standing ovation from an opposing crowd as one of the highest forms of respect a player can receive. He was greeted with several on Wednesday night, marking his first game back in Milwaukee since the Milwaukee Bucks traded the three-time All-Star to the Washington Wizards at last season’s deadline.

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The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

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NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / October 23

'It Didn’t Look Good' – Milwaukee Bucks Coach Drops Worrying Injury Update on Starter After Season Opener Vs. Washington Wizards

The Milwaukee Bucks opened their 2025-26 NBA campaign with a 133-120 home victory against the Washington Wizards last night. However, it came at a cost, as one of their key backcourt players left the game early with an injury.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo welcomes back and blows out former NBA champion teammate · Sporting News

Khris Middleton shows love to Bucks fans in return to Milwaukee: 'I think that's every player's dream' · CBSSports.com

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo is 3rd in NBA history in monster stats behind Kareem, Oscar Robertson · Sporting News

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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.

Khris Middleton News / WI Sports Heroics / October 23

Khris Middleton opens up on what spoiled his ‘perfect night’ in Milwaukee return

Milwaukee Bucks fans made sure to show former Buck Khris Middleton all the love on Wednesday, when the Washington Wizards visited Fiserv Forum. The Bucks played a video tribute for Middleton, and the fans inside the building gave him standing ovations.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / October 23

Giannis Antetokounmpo posts historic stat line in Bucks season debut

Giannis Antetokounmpo wasted no time setting the tone on Wednesday night, powering the Milwaukee Bucks to a 133-120 win over the Washington Wizards at Fiserv Forum to kick off the 2025–26 season.

Myles Turner News / WI Sports Heroics / October 23

Myles Turner’s Bucks debut reaction shows how much he loves it in Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Bucks took off to a great start to their 2025-26 NBA campaign, as they demolished the Washington Wizards at Fiserv Forum on Wednesday, 133-120.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / October 23

Bucks’ Doc Rivers fear bad ankle sprain for Kevin Porter Jr. after win

Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. is set to undergo an MRI after twisting his left ankle late in the first quarter of Wednesday night’s season-opening 133-120 win over the Washington Wizards.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Bleacher Report / October 23

Watch: Even Giannis wanted that bucket

NBA News / Scoop B / October 23

Tracy McGrady: On Jay-Z Love, the Lost Magic Dynasty, and Why LeBron Is Unmatched

NBA Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady opens up about his journey, from being celebrated by his favorite rapper, Jay-Z, to the “what-ifs” that defined his career, including a potential Orlando Magic dynasty with Tim Duncan and Grant Hill.

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The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz

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The 'College basketball AP preseason No. 1 teams' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 22

Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks top Wizards in Khris Middleton's return

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points and grabbed 14 rebounds to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a season-opening 133-120 victory over the visiting Washington Wizards on Wednesday night.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / October 22

Milwaukee Bucks Begin NBA Season With a Dominant Win Over the Washington Wizards

The NBA season is officially back, and if the Milwaukee Bucks’ home opener is any indication, we’re in for one heck of a ride. Giannis Antetokounmpo, looking every bit the Greek god of basketball, decided to start his season on an absolute tear, dropping a monstrous 37 points and yanking down 14 rebounds.

NBA News / Brew Hoop / October 22

Rapid Recap: Bucks 133, Wizards 120

The Milwaukee Bucks were able to take care of business and deny Khris Middleton a “revenge game” (I use revenge loosely), as they dispatched the Washington Wizards 133-120.

Kevin Porter Jr. News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Bucks Announce Kevin Porter Jr. News After Leaving Wizards Game

The Milwaukee Bucks are entering the 2025–26 season with hopes of remaining competitive in a loaded Eastern Conference. The team had an impactful offseason maximizing the current window, surrounding superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo with supplemental pieces.

Doc Rivers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 22

Austin Rivers says Milwaukee Bucks star’s turnaround is remarkable, he thought ‘this guy is done’

Austin Rivers was pleasantly surprised by one Milwaukee Bucks star, who has shown a big improvement. The Milwaukee Bucks had perhaps the strangest and most controversial offseason of any team in the NBA.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 23