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Kel'el Ware Develops with Wembanyama & Olajuwon after Giannis Trade

Big men as skilled at the game of basketball as Kel'el Ware don't exactly appear out of nowhere often, but here he finds himself in Milwaukee in the wake of the era-upending deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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Milwaukee Bucks legend sends message to fans follow Giannis Antetokounmpo's trade

Marques Johnson, one of the best players in Milwaukee Bucks history and an elder statesman of the community, isn’t holding a grudge. He said on Gil’s Arena, the podcast of former NBA baller, Gilbert Arenas, that he had “got into it” with fans online who don’t want Giannis Antetokounmpo to succeed in Miami.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 19

Green reacts to Gallinari's Leonard comments — and misses the point

Draymond Green reacts to Danilo Gallinari's Kawhi Leonard comments — and misses the point

Well, talk about being disingenuous, huh.

Surprising update emerges about Kawhi Leonard’s future

Stephen Curry shares thoughts on Clippers saga and punishment

Kawhi Leonard's future with Raptors gets $126 million update

The 'Season triple-double record by team' quiz

Jaime Jaquez News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 19

Will the Bucks Give Jaime Jaquez Jr. a Contract Extension?

The Milwaukee Bucks are building something very different now, after losing Giannis to the Miami Heat. They need to figure out which young players will actually be part of their long-term future.

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The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 19

Five numbers the Milwaukee Bucks should consider retiring

Learning the history of an NBA franchise is paramount to understanding just how important a current moment is. It wasn't lost on most longtime Milwaukee Bucks fans how special the team's 2021 championship was: it had been a full 50 years since the last time the Bucks, or any high level pro team in Milwaukee, won it all.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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 / September 17

Grading Every Milwaukee Bucks Projected Starter for the 2026-27 Season

The Milwaukee Bucks are entering a completely different era now that Giannis Antetokounmpo is gone. The Bucks are a much younger, rebuilding team, and they will go through some growing pains.

Myles Turner News / EssentiallySports / September 17

'It’s an Honour': Myles Turner Lands Prestigious New Title, Joins Elite Group of Jaylen Brown, Fred VanVleet & More

When Myles Turner publicly criticized the Milwaukee Bucks’ locker room culture last season, his comments raised an uncomfortable question. Could calling out late arrivals, weak accountability, and the absence of fines cost him standing among his peers?

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 16

The problem that the Milwaukee Bucks need to fix for 2026-27

Now that Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks have gone their separate ways, its time for the Bucks to start fresh and bounce back after a 32-50 season.

Myles Turner News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 16

Bucks’ Myles Turner elected new NBPA Vice President

The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announced on Wednesday that Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner has been elected the new vice president on the NBPA Executive Committee, replacing Garrett Temple.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / September 16

Bucks should pass on proposed non-star center trade

The Milwaukee Bucks are not done making roster moves ahead of Opening Night next month. No, this isn't sourced reporting or wild speculation: Milwaukee has 17 rostered players and has to get down to 15 one way or another.

Kyle Kuzma News / HITC / September 16

‘Do you condemn’ – NBA fan ruthlessly claps back at Kyle Kuzma over Zohran Mamdani callout

Kyle Kuzma tried to go at New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani over a political issue, and got called out by an NBA fan in response. Milwaukee Bucks star Kyle Kuzma may no longer be playing for an NBA contender, but his life seems to only be growing in drama and excitement.

NBA News / Yardbarker

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.

Cam Thomas News / Fadeaway World / September 11

4 NBA Teams That Should Take The Risk And Sign Cam Thomas

I think nobody expected Cam Thomas to be an unrestricted free agent a year ago, when he was still negotiating a contract with the Brooklyn Nets. And even crazier, he’s still a free agent in the middle of September with no team really interested in him.

Danilo Gallinari News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 10

Danilo Gallinari’s ‘biggest what-if’ claim is absolutely ludicrous

Danilo Gallinari dealt with plenty of injuries throughout his 16-year NBA career, but the former New York Knicks forward recently made a bold claim that is difficult to defend.

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Danilo Gallinari News / Fadeaway World / September 10

Danilo Gallinari Includes John Stockton In His All-Time Starting Lineup And Reveals His GOAT

During his playing days in the NBA, Danilo Gallinari was viewed as one of the most skilled forwards in the game. Although his career was marked by injuries, leading some to consider him one of the game’s biggest “what-ifs,” Gallinari’s 14-year tenure was impressive.

Tyler Herro News / HITC / September 10

Tyler Herro and his ex were reportedly separated ‘for over a year’ prior to custody dispute

Milwaukee Bucks player Tyler Herro and his former partner Katya had reportedly separated long before she decided to sue him. This summer has gone from bad to worse for Tyler Herro.

Danilo Gallinari News / Fadeaway World / September 9

Danilo Gallinari Explains Why He’s The Biggest 'What-If' In NBA History

When thinking about the biggest “what-ifs” in NBA history, most fans would start with guys like Derrick Rose, Greg Oden, or Bill Walton, who were decimated by injuries throughout their otherwise storied careers.

Milwaukee Bucks News / HITC / September 9

Tyler Herro’s ex Katya sues Bucks star amid custody battle over ‘safety’ of their kids

Milwaukee Bucks star Tyler Herro has been sued by the mother of his children. This summer has been full of surprises for Tyler Herro, as he was unexpectedly sent to the Milwaukee Bucks in a trade package for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Kawhi Leonard News / EssentiallySports / September 5

Milwaukee Bucks $64 Million Deal Potentially Next in Line After Kawhi Leonard, Clippers Get Exposed

New roster, new coach, new era, and… new investigation? The Milwaukee Bucks’ post-Giannis era might be on the edge of a plank. Fresh off issuing the most severe punishment in professional basketball history against the Los Angeles Clippers, the NBA’s compliance spotlight has shifted directly to the Midwest.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 5

Bucks suddenly have reason to sweat NBA investigation after Clippers punishment

The Clippers have already been found guilty of circumventing the NBA’s salary-cap rules. Now the Bucks are waiting to find out whether the league believes they broke those rules, too.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / September 4

Bucks Sign John Butler To Non-Guaranteed Deal

The Bucks have officially signed big man John Butler, the team announced today in a press release. According to Eric Nehm of The Athletic (Twitter link), it’s a non-guaranteed training camp contract.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / September 2

Thanasis Antetokounmpo has signed with a new team

Giannis Antetokounmpo will have to soldier on without his older brother for the first time in seven years. With Giannis no longer with the Milwaukee Bucks this season, Thanasis Antetokounmpo has reportedly decided to leave the NBA entirely.

Thanasis Antetokounmpo News / Hoops Wire / September 2

Thanasis Antetokounmpo heads to Greece, will team with another brother

Thanasis Antetokounmpo won’t be following Giannis to Miami. Instead, he’s headed home, and he’ll still have an Antetokounmpo alongside him. Thanasis has signed a two-year contract with Aris BC in Greece, the team announced Tuesday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 27

Lakers could reunite with polarizing player after failed Jonathan Kuminga pursuit

After months of speculation and back-and-forth, the Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Jonathan Kuminga. Could they pivot to a familiar face?

Jonathan Kuminga made bold gamble that could haunt his career

Jonathan Kuminga finally getting realistic about his value leads to best-case scenario

Details emerge on the offer Jonathan Kuminga turned down from Lakers

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Malique Lewis News / Hoops Rumors / August 20

Bucks Second-Rounder Malique Lewis Nears Deal With Cairns Taipans

After spending the past two seasons with the South East Melbourne Phoenix, forward Malique Lewis is expected to remain in Australia, according to Olgun Uluc of ESPN, who reports (via Twitter) that the 21-year-old is nearing a deal with the Cairns Taipans.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13

NBA announces awkward homecoming game for Tyler Herro

The NBA released its schedule for the 2026-27 season Thursday, locking the dates for many players who changed teams this year to visit their old teams.

Bam Adebayo being underrated now that Heat have their superstar

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