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Giannis Antetokounmpo recreates Randy Orton’s iconic pose after WWE star wins Elimination Chamber

Giannis Antetokounmpo matched Randy Orton’s trademark pose seconds after the WWE veteran captured victory inside the Elimination Chamber. The Milwaukee Bucks star was seated near ringside as Orton won the six-man main event to secure a title opportunity at WrestleMania 42.

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Former Bucks star Khris Middleton shuts the door on possible Milwaukee reunion in 2025-26 season with latest move

If Khris Middleton is to reunite with his former team, the Milwaukee Bucks, it will have to happen outside of the 2025-26 NBA season. That’s following the report that the veteran forward has decided not to seek a buyout from the Dallas Mavericks.

Doc Rivers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 2

Doc Rivers slams Bucks after 120-97 demolition from the Bulls

Doc Rivers openly called out the Milwaukee Bucks’ miscues after they fell 120-97 in a lopsided loss to the Chicago Bulls on Sunday night. After the game, Rivers addressed the blowout, according to The Athletic’s Eric Nehm.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / March 1

Bucks tease Giannis Antetokounmpo return as Doc Rivers says star is 'close'

The Milwaukee Bucks are trying to live life without Giannis Antetokounmpo. The former MVP has missed more than a month with a calf injury, and the team raised eyebrows when it chose to hold him out through the All Star break last month.

Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

The 'NBA rookie 3-point leaders' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / March 1

Bucks vs. Bulls Player Grades: Kevin Porter Jr. and Cam Thomas dribble into blowout

March came in like a lamb for the Bucks at the United Center today: a 16-point first-half lead turned into a 120-97 laugher, thanks to a catastrophic 27-0 Bulls run and a 33-8 fourth quarter in the home team’s favor.

NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / March 1

Pathetic Finish Dooms Bucks Against Bulls

One of the two teams has been in a freefall for more than a month, tanking toward the end of the season, losing 11 straight games entering Sunday's play.

Cam Thomas News / WI Sports Heroics / March 1

Bucks’ Cam Thomas continues taking jabs at former team

The Milwaukee Bucks have given shooting guard Cam Thomas a new chance to shine in the league. After getting released by his former team, the Brooklyn Nets, in early February, the ex-LSU Tigers scoring machine decided to take his talents to Milwaukee, which signed him for a contract that’s good for the remainder of the 2025-26 NBA season.

NBA News / Brew Hoop / March 1

Rapid Recap: Bulls 120, Bucks 97

An absolutely, unequivocally, monstrously disastrous—which still might be putting it mildly—second half by the Milwaukee Bucks snapped the Chicago Bulls’ 11-game losing streak Sunday afternoon at the United Center.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 1

Bucks’ Doc Rivers remains cryptic on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s injury return after social media tease

The Milwaukee Bucks have been sliding down the Eastern Conference standings in recent weeks as they await the return of Giannis Antetokounmpo. The star has been out of the lineup for over a month due to a calf issue, with the team surprising many by opting to keep him through the All-Star break last month.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / HITC / March 1

Milwaukee mayor invites WWE to city so Giannis Antetokounmpo can ‘check out the show at home’

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson publicly urged WWE to bring one of its marquee premium live events to the city. The appeal came via X after Giannis Antetokounmpo attended WWE Elimination Chamber.

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Lil Yachty were vibing out to CM Punk’s music at WWE Elimination Chamber

CM Punk’s entrance at WWE Elimination Chamber sparked an enthusiastic response from several notable figures in attendance. CM Punk initially emerged backstage to “Sirius,” the famed Chicago Bulls introduction anthem, before his signature track “Cult of Personality” by Living Colour filled the arena.

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The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'Most multi-three NBA games' quiz

The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 28

Bucks’ Giannis pulls up at WWE for Elimination Chamber

Giannis Antetokounmpo has not played a game for the Milwaukee Bucks, who have reportedly grown more open to the idea of trading away the Greek Freak. Still, Giannis evidently has plenty to do to keep himself busy, recently making a high-profile appearance at the WWE Elimination Chamber premium live event in Chicago.

Cam Thomas News / Larry Brown Sports / February 28

Cam Thomas takes more shots at his former team Nets

In true Cam Thomas form, he is not holding back on the shots. The new Milwaukee Bucks guard Thomas went viral this week over his latest round of shots at his former team, the Brooklyn Nets.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / February 28

Bucks have gone as far as they can without Giannis

The Milwaukee Bucks have done well to keep themselves afloat, at least for possible Play-in positioning, in the month-long absence of their leading light, Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Cole Anthony News / WI Sports Heroics / February 28

Milwaukee Bucks: Cole Anthony’s Suns stint ends after 3 weeks and 0 games played

The Milwaukee Bucks traded point guard Cole Anthony, along with Amir Coffey, at the 2026 deadline in the move that brought them Ousmane Dieng. Obviously, that decision has panned out wonderfully for the Bucks as Dieng has flashed potential as a piece of the future, replacing two veterans who weren’t involved in the rotation.

Cormac Ryan News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / February 28

Bucks Add Shooter on Two-Way Deal as Team Climbs into Playoff Race

The Milwaukee Bucks have signed guard Cormac Ryan to a two-way contract, giving the team another perimeter shooter as the regular season winds down. The move allows Ryan to spend the remainder of the season with Milwaukee while continuing to develop within the organization.

Cam Thomas News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Bucks’ Cam Thomas says Nets ‘don’t believe in nobody’

Bucks newcomer Cam Thomas did not hold back when asked about his time with the Nets. Speaking to Stefan Bondy of the New York Post prior to Milwaukee’s loss to New York on Friday, Thomas said his exit from Brooklyn was “absolutely” tied to the organization’s belief in him.

Milwaukee Bucks News / EssentiallySports / February 28

'Don’t Believe in Nobody': Giannis’ Bucks Teammate Blasts Former Team Over Treatment During 5-Year Spell

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Milwaukee Bucks have been quietly climbing back from their early-season misery. Despite the Greek superstar sitting out their recent games due to injury, the team has ripped off five wins in their last seven and is 8-4 in February.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 28

Jalen Brunson achieves Knicks history in big win over Bucks

Already able to make a case as one of the greatest New York Knicks players ever, Jalen Brunson made history while leading his team to a dominating win on Friday night.

Josh Hart hits back at an angry Knicks fan on social media

Tyrese Maxey passes Allen Iverson in major 76ers franchise milestone

Kings' Precious Achiuwa outduels Mavericks' Naji Marshall in sad tank-off

Lakers' Marcus Smart looked so fed up with Deandre Ayton

Clint Capela fires back at Ayton

Milwaukee Bucks News / Last Word On Sports / February 26

Bucks Playing The Best Basketball Of The Season As They Make Run At Playoff Spot; Plus, Injury and Roster Moves

The Milwaukee Bucks are arguably playing their best basketball of the season and are making a move to up the Eastern Conference standings. If the Bucks can secure a Top-10 spot in the Eastern Conference, can they make some noise?