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Giannis continues to confound with non-committal committals

When there are no simple answers given, that typically leads to more complicated questions in the future. As the Giannis Antetokounmpo saga continues, there are daily spikes and dips in fan confidence in the superstar's commitment to the franchise, depending on his response to the expected queries.

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Former Bucks champion predicted to be available via buyout after trade deadline

Per Wizards reporter Joshua Robbins at The Athletic, Milwaukee Bucks champion Khris Middleton is a good bet to be bought out post-deadline, making him available to the rest of the league as a free agent.

Pete Nance News / WI Sports Heroics / January 20

Milwaukee Bucks: Pete Nance gets glowing review from Giannis after second-unit shakeup

Pete Nance shined in his first meaningful minutes of the season in the Milwaukee Bucks’ 112-110 win in Atlanta on Martin Luther King Day. In 15 minutes off the bench Nance went for five points, four rebounds, a pair of assists and steals apiece.

Doc Rivers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 20

'We got exactly what we were looking for': Doc Rivers comments on Bucks close call against the Hawks

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers pointed to his team’s sharp execution on offense after surviving the Atlanta Hawks 112-110 on Monday. “Yeah, I thought it was great execution.

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The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple NBA scoring title winners' quiz

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The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / January 20

Milwaukee Bucks Midseason Player Grades

After each game, Brew Hoop evaluates each Buck’s individual performance with a letter grade. At this season’s 25% mark, we decided to check the Bucks’ grades as a progress report, but now that we have hit the halfway point, it’s time to see how the grades turned out since last check.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / January 20

Giannis Antetokounmpo addresses 23-point blown lead in Bucks gritty win over the Hawks

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo commended his team’s performance after edging out the Atlanta Hawks 112-110 on Monday at State Farm Arena.

AJ Green News / WI Sports Heroics / January 20

Bucks’ Myles Turner had words for teammate AJ Green after Hawks game

The Milwaukee Bucks are back in the win column after snapping a three-game losing skid on Monday by beating the Atlanta Hawks on the road to the tune of

Kevin Porter Jr. News / WI Sports Heroics / January 20

Bucks find balance against Hawks with Kevin Porter Jr. rotation change

The Milwaukee Bucks found a spark in a key rotation adjustment during their 112-110 win over the Atlanta Hawks, showing that a lineup tweak could pay dividends.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / January 20

Bucks survive Hawks surge 112-110, after 23 point collapse

The Milwaukee Bucks overcame the Atlanta Hawks 112-110 after squandering a 23-point lead in the second half and ending their three-game skid on Monday evening.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / EssentiallySports / January 20

'Villain' Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Three-Word Answer Fuels Bucks Trade Buzz

Things have been weird for the Milwaukee Bucks lately. A team that has been a perennial championship contender in the 2020s has completely fallen apart this season, sitting at an 18-24 record.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / January 20

Bucks Escape Atlanta with Nail-Biting Win on MLK Day 112-110

For a team trying to find its footing, style points don’t matter nearly as much as the result. On Monday afternoon, the Milwaukee Bucks didn’t paint a masterpiece, but they managed to secure the only thing that counted: a W.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / January 20

'You know that can work': Carmelo Anthony urges Bucks to pursue Ja Morant to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo happy

Trade speculation around Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to swirl as the NBA’s February 5 deadline approaches, with some around the league still believing the 10-time All Star could be on the move before time runs out, despite the Milwaukee Bucks maintaining that he remains central to their plans.

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The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz

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The 'College Football Player of the Year' quiz

The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz

Doc Rivers News / Scoop B / January 19

Full Circle on MLK Day: Doc Rivers Reflects on 40 Years of Basketball and Family Heritage

The NBA on Martin Luther King Jr. Day is more than just a marathon of televised games; it is a cultural institution. For Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers, the holiday has evolved from a nascent league experiment into a profound personal milestone that bridges his playing days, his coaching career, and now, his son’s budding media empire.

Kyle Kuzma News / Brew Hoop / January 19

Bucks vs. Hawks Player Grades: Kuzma in, KPJ out and the Bucks hold on

Something had to be done following the embarrassing losses the Milwaukee Bucks have piled up recently and Doc Rivers opted for wholesale changes, starting Kyle Kuzma in favour of Kevin Porter Jr.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / January 19

Giannis is an All-Star again, on a good day for the Bucks

Some things are not surprises. For instance, the fans, media and players respecting Giannis Antetokounmpo to name him an All-Star starter again, even as his team has wobbled this season, not close to the contention of past campaigns.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / January 19

Why Milwaukee Bucks won't trade Giannis, even though they probably should

The Milwaukee Bucks are committed to figuring out how to win with Giannis Antetokounmpo on board. While that task has not been easy in recent years as it has in the past, the Bucks are hoping to continue to build around their franchise star.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 19

NBA Notes: Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Hawks, Jalen Johnson, Cavs

This season has slid sideways fast in Milwaukee, and the backdrop is impossible to ignore, ESPN writes in its midseason report card. Giannis Antetokounmpo questions are back, whether the organization likes it or not.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / January 19

Bucks get unexpected boost to nudge them over top in 112-110 MLK Day victory

The Milwaukee Bucks held on, 112-110, to take down the Hawks in Atlanta despite a second-half surge that saw the home team take the lead late after the visitors led by 23 midway through the third period.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 19

Bucks relinquish 23-point lead, recover to edge Hawks

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 21 points and grabbed 17 rebounds to help the visiting Milwaukee Bucks defeat the Atlanta Hawks 112-110 on Monday to end their three-game losing streak.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / January 19

Milwaukee Bucks: Giannis Antetokounmpo officially named to 10th consecutive NBA All-Star Game

The Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo have been one of the bigger stories in the NBA for much of the season. However, this is largely due to the fact that many national media members have been concocting trade rumors and scenarios involving Giannis since before the season began.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / January 19