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On YouTubeRapid Recap: Raptors 121, Bucks 107 
In a really disappointing opening NBA Cup game, the Milwaukee Bucks lost to the injury-ravaged Toronto Raptors 121-107. The only real positive to come out of the night was Brayden Burries’ breakout game: he scored a career-high 21 points on 8/14 shooting, plus 11 rebounds (five offensive) and six assists.
Jamal Shead News / Yardbarker / November 7
Jamal Shead's career-high 16 assists help Raptors maul struggling Bucks
There's nothing like coming out big in your first start of the season, and that's exactly what Shead accomplished in his memorable performance.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 6
'You Gotta Watch Yourself': Stephen A. Smith Warns Doc Rivers Over Giannis Antetokounmpo IQ Comments as Skip Bayless Agrees
Doc Rivers opened Pandora’s box at the worst point of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s career. A time when a much-anticipated union simply doesn’t seem to work.
The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / November 6
A player who might need some more playing time for the Bucks
At this point of the season, the Milwaukee Bucks are looking for any way to turn their season around after a 1-7 start to the season. Milwaukee had opportunities to rack up more wins this year, but with inconsistent play throughout games, from poor starts to poor fourth-quarter finishes, the Bucks have let games get away from them.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / November 6
Bucks host Raptors with Scottie Barnes' status in doubt in NBA Cup match: Preview, Starters, Injuries
Game date, time and location: Friday, Nov. 6, 8:10 p.m. ET, Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, Wisconsin TV: WVTV-DT2 - MyMilwaukee24 (Milwaukee), TSN Sportsnet (Toronto) Radio: WTMJ (Milwaukee) VITALS: Toronto Raptors All-Star forward Scottie Barnes’ status for this NBA Cup matchup is in doubt since he missed shootaround prior to this matchup vs.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 6
Doc Rivers throws Giannis Antetokounmpo under the bus after messy Bucks break-up
The Milwaukee Bucks look like a completely different team than they did last year around this time, and it’s because Giannis Antetokounmpo is with the Miami Heat, and Doc Rivers is not the head coach.
Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / November 6
Doc Rivers says coaching Giannis is ‘not easy’
On the most recent episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, former Bucks coach Doc Rivers shared insight into the challenges he experienced coaching Giannis, saying it’s “not easy.” “He plays at this crazy downhill pace,” Rivers said.
Myles Turner News / Athlon Sports / November 6
Myles Turner pledged $2 million over the next 20 years to Hurst-Euless-Bedford, the Texas district where he grew up and starred at Euless Trinity
For Myles Turner, the opportunity to give back has brought his professional success full circle. The Milwaukee Bucks center is committing $2 million over the next 20 years to support the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District in Texas, where he grew up and developed into a standout basketball player.
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 / HITC / November 6
Doc Rivers shares what ‘surprised’ him about Giannis Antetokounmpo when he was Milwaukee Bucks coach
Doc Rivers has revealed what surprised him most about Giannis Antetokounmpo when he took over as Milwaukee Bucks head coach, highlighting the forward’s outstanding passing ability.
NBA News / Field Level Media / November 5
Bucks try to steady season in NBA Cup clash with Raptors
The Milwaukee Bucks will look for a little extra motivation to get their season back on track when they host the Toronto Raptors in NBA Cup action on Friday night.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / November 5
Bucks Host Raptors in NBA Cup Group Stage Matchup
The Milwaukee Bucks host the Toronto Raptors at 8 p.m. EST Friday in an NBA Cup group stage game. Milwaukee is 1-7 and ranks 15th in the Eastern Conference.
Tyler Herro News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / November 4
Why Tyler Herro wasn't enough for the Bucks against the Celtics
The Milwaukee Bucks walked into TD Garden on Wednesday night after a loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, where the Boston Celtics have not yet lost on their home court this season.
NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / November 4
Celtics make call on Tatum's status for Bucks' visit: Preview, Starters, Injuries
Game date, time and location: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 7:40 p.m. ET, TD Garden, Boston, Massachusetts TV: WVTV-DT2 - MyMilwaukee24 (Milwaukee), NBC Sports Boston
NBA News / Field Level Media / November 3
Bucks strive for further improvement on defense in matchup vs. Celtics
Although the Milwaukee Bucks have struggled defensively this season, they turned in one of their better efforts in that area in a loss to Minnesota on Monday night.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 3
Why DeMarcus Cousins’ ‘gut‘ is telling him Giannis Antetokounmp will go back to Bucks after 1 season
The Miami Heat made arguably the biggest move of the offseason when they pulled the trigger on longtime trade target Giannis Antetokounmpo via a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks.
Kasparas Jakucionis News / Hoops Rumors / November 2
Bucks Exercising 2027/28 Options On Ware, Jakucionis
The Bucks are exercising their rookie scale team options for next season on Kel’el Ware and Kasparas Jakucionis, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 31
New-look Bucks try to shake slow start against Cavaliers
Good vibes abound in Milwaukee as fans celebrate the Brewers' first World Series championship. The new-look Bucks hope the positive feeling continues this weekend as they host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday night.
Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Wire / October 30
Cavs head to Milwaukee with familiar habits and plenty of time to change them
For the most part, I’ve liked what I’ve seen from the Cavaliers. They’re about where I figured they’d be. The exception, of course, was blowing a 29-point lead in Philadelphia on opening night.
Doc Rivers News / Hoops Wire / October 30
Peacock adding NBA whiparound show with Noah Eagle, Doc Rivers
Peacock is trying another way to watch the NBA. This one is for fans who would rather follow several games than commit to one. NBC Sports announced that NBA Whiparound will debut Monday, Nov.
Kevin Porter Jr. News / Hoops Rumors / October 24
Bucks Turned Down Potential Kevin Porter Jr. Trade With Nuggets
Prior to the roster cutdown deadline, the Bucks turned down a chance to trade Kevin Porter Jr. to the Nuggets in exchange for two future second-rounders, a second-round pick swap and Zeke Nnaji, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reports in his latest Substack column (subscriber link).
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 23
Bucks fall apart late in loss to Bulls after early start in home opener
After putting up 104 points in the first three quarters, the Bucks collapsed in the final minutes of a 132-125 loss to the Chicago Bulls.
Kyle Kuzma News / Yardbarker / October 23
Trump staffer, former ESPN reporter Britt McHenry escorted from NBA arena after throwing drink at fan
Britt McHenry, a former ESPN reporter and current press advisor in President Donald Trump's administration, was escorted out of Washington, D.C.’s Capital One Arena after throwing a drink at a fan Wednesday night.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 21
Trading Kristaps Porzingis won't be easy for Warriors
The Golden State Warriors signed Kristaps Porzingis to an extension this summer that made him immediately eligible to be traded. Figuring out a trade for the absent big man is going to be difficult.
Kevin Porter Jr. News / Hoops Rumors / October 19
Bucks Cut Kevin Porter Jr.
The Bucks have placed guard Kevin Porter Jr. on waivers, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Milwaukee had been carrying 16 players on guaranteed contracts and had to trade or waive one of those players in order to set its 15-man standard roster for the start of the regular season.
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