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An intriguing position battle for the Milwaukee Bucks

For this year’s Milwaukee Bucks team, there are not many positions that are guaranteed. The Bucks acquired several new pieces after trading Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat, and while that gives the Bucks more depth, it also complicates things. One of those complications comes at the guard position.

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Bench issues and other takeaways from Bucks blowout loss

The Milwaukee Bucks played in their third preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday night, and the Hornets came out on top, winning 105-90.

NBA News / Brew Hoop / October 11

Preseason Rapid Recap: Hornets 105, Bucks 90

The Bucks walked away with a loss at the hands of the Charlotte Hornets. Tyler Herro led all Bucks scorers with 18 points in 23 minutes, followed by Ryan Rollins (12 in 23) and Kyle Kuzma (12 in 22).

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / October 11

The Ideal Milwaukee Bucks Starting Lineup To Start 2026-27

The Milwaukee Bucks are entering a new era following the blockbuster trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. In return, Milwaukee acquired Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware and Kasparas Jakucionis, giving the franchise a new foundation to build around.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / October 10

Does anyone have a chance to be a Bucks All-Star?

The Taylor Jenkins era in Milwaukee is finally about to begin, and it marks the first time that the Bucks will not have their franchise icon Giannis Antetokounmpo on the floor in over a decade.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / October 9

A potential Bucks problem after the last preseason game

In the Milwaukee Bucks’ second preseason game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, head coach Taylor Jenkins made a change to the starting lineup and started center Kel'el Ware over Kyle Kuzma, who started in the previous game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 8

Kel’el Ware Could Be A Breakout MIP Candidate: Preseason Overreaction Or Future Starter?

I know it’s preseason, I know we’re only two games in, and I know half the guys playing in the fourth quarter right now won’t be in the lineup once the season starts, but I’m still buying the Kel’el Ware hype.

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WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

Fever's Caitlin Clark praises HC Stephanie White after season ends

A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award

Angel Reese's big playoff performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals

Angel Reese's latest big playoff performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals

NBA News / Fadeaway World / October 8

NBA Rumors: 4 Rival Teams Where Myles Turner Would Be A Perfect Fit

We already looked at four possible Kel’el Ware trades earlier this week after Kevin O’Connor’s reporting said that rival executives already see the Milwaukee Bucks as a team worth calling because they own two of the hardest things to find in the NBA: centers who can protect the rim and shoot threes.

Brayden Burries News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8

Bucks’ Brayden Burries earns honest take from Taylor Jenkins after beating Thunder

The Milwaukee Bucks pulled off a thrilling 128-126 preseason victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night, and rookie guard Brayden Burries stood right at the center of the drama.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / October 7

What we learned in the second Bucks preseason game

Don't let the score fool, it was not as close as it appeared in the box score after the Milwaukee Bucks 128-126 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. After trailing by 24 points in the first half, the Bucks were able to surge back to get the victory.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / October 7

Three Bucks players who didn't play in the first preseason game, but might now

The Milwaukee Bucks played their first preseason game on Monday night, and while the main goal of any game is to win, the main objective for the Bucks was to see how this new team looked in a competitive setting against another team.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Viral Sports News / October 7

Milwaukee Bucks Acquire Young Center in Last-Minute Move

Less than two weeks after the Los Angeles Clippers waived him, second-year forward Johni Broome has a new NBA address. The Milwaukee Bucks have announced that they have signed the former Auburn standout, giving the 24-year-old another chance to stick after a quiet and injury-interrupted rookie year.

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Nate Ament News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / October 7

Nate Ament looks ahead of schedule in Milwaukee preseason opener

There’s been a lot of excitement about Brayden Burries hitting the ground running with the Milwaukee Bucks after his polished performance as an NCAA freshman, while fellow rookie Nate Ament was seen as more of a project.

Gary Trent Jr. News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 6

Gary Trent Jr.‘s brickfest has everybody making same joke about $64 million contract investigation

When the Milwaukee Bucks re-signed Gary Trent to a four-year, $64 million contract in free agency this offseason, it raised quite a few eyebrows considering he was on a veteran minimum contract this season prior.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 6

Bucks sign Johni Broome, waive John Butler Jr.

Johni Broome has another chance to turn his G League production into an NBA role. The Bucks announced Tuesday that they signed the second-year forward and waived big man John Butler Jr.

Kyle Kuzma News / HITC / October 6

Kyle Kuzma hits back at Milwaukee Bucks fan after brutal criticism of preseason performance

Kyle Kuzma has responded to a Milwaukee Bucks fan who criticised his performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. The Bucks lost their preseason opener 116-97 at Fiserv Forum.

Tyler Herro News / Hoops Wire / October 5

Tyler Herro: Bucks ‘will surprise people’

Tyler Herro didn’t merely welcome his trade to the Bucks. He wanted it. Herro said he was “kind of pushing” for a move to Milwaukee because he wanted a “fresh start” and a chance to “come home” to Wisconsin, according to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald.

Gary Trent Jr. News / Fadeaway World / September 29

Gary Trent Jr. Addresses Ongoing Investigation Into Salary Cap Circumvention With Bucks

The Clippers‘ salary cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard‘s contract was arguably the most significant storyline of the 2026 offseason. Although this investigation continues, the NBA faces an unprecedented situation with the Milwaukee Bucks concerning Gary Trent Jr.‘s contract extension.

Milwaukee Bucks News / EssentiallySports / September 27