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Milwaukee Bucks told to fix key hole in their roster, or risk becoming ‘one of the worst teams in the league’

The Milwaukee Bucks have endured a dramatic offseason filled with roster upheaval and uncertainty. Drama began with reports suggesting Giannis Antetokounmpo wanted to explore opportunities outside Milwaukee, sparking trade rumors linking him to teams like the Golden State Warriors and the New York Knicks.

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Bucks’ Kyle Kuzma takes Damian Lillard’s jersey number

The Milwaukee Bucks fans are going to take some time to come to terms with Damian Lillard’s exit from the franchise. After two tumultuous seasons that resulted in only reasonable individual success and had multiple injury layoffs, Dame’s remaining contract, worth over $113 million, was stretched by the Bucks over five years.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / 7 hours ago

Bucks Receive Brutal Grade for Offseason Moves

There's been considerable roster upheaval for the Milwaukee Bucks this offseason. Damian Lillard is back in Portland after being unceremoniously waived.

Kyle Kuzma News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / 9 hours ago

Bucks’ Kyle Kuzma Makes Massive Announcement Ahead of Upcoming Season

Milwaukee Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma has issued a new announcement ahead of the upcoming season, in which he will need to play a pivotal role for the team.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / 21 hours ago

Why Bucks’ 2025 draft pick will be away for 2025-26 season

The Milwaukee Bucks did not have a first round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft as it belonged to the New Orleans Pelicans via the Jrue Holiday trade from a few years ago.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / July 28

Bucks second-round pick to remain in Serbia

Bucks second-round pick Bogoljub Markovic will play overseas next season, making him a draft-and-stash prospect.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / July 28

Bucks Announce Major Decision on Rookie Draft Pick's Future

The Milwaukee Bucks announced the future of rookie second-round draft pick Bogoljub Markovic, who is slated to return to Europe. Markovic played on the Bucks' 2025 Summer League team, though he is headed to play in Serbia.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / July 28

Former Bucks Champion Wants to Beat Milwaukee Every Chance He Gets After Being Traded

The Milwaukee Bucks underwent a major roster facelift this summer. The headline, of course, was the team's decision to stretch-and-waive the contract of ailing nine-time All-Star point guard Damian Lillard, likely out for most or all of 2025-26 with an Achilles tendon tear.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / July 28

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo Posts Hilarious Social Media Story

Milwaukee Bucks All-Star power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo made one of his trademark funny social media posts on his Instagram story, which is going viral.

Kyle Kuzma News / Brew Hoop / July 28

How Milwaukee can optimise Kyle Kuzma next season

Might as well make lemonade, eh? There has been a lot of discussion around Kyle Kuzma since he arrived in Milwaukee midway through last season, including from yours truly.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / July 28

Former Bucks All-Star Believes $2.7 Million Signing Will Be ‘Huge Piece’ This Season

A former Milwaukee Bucks superstar has faith in one key summer signing. Former five-time All-Star and one-time All-NBA Bucks small forward Marques Johnson, now a commentator for local team broadcasts, highlighted one major under-the-radar Milwaukee addition in particular.

Milwaukee Bucks News / The SportsRush / July 28

Kobe Bryant Took Subliminal Shots At Dwight Howard Through Sly ‘Team Up’ Request, Says Larry Sanders

When Kobe Bryant looks at you with a “damn, I’m impressed” look, it usually means you’ve done something special. Considering how demanding the Mamba was in his playing days, being his teammate was tough.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 27

1 undrafted Bucks 2025 Summer League player who could make roster

The Milwaukee Bucks arrived in Las Vegas with more questions than answers. An offseason defined by financial, emotional, and structural chaos had left their fanbase unsure of what to expect.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / July 27

Jalen Brunson Reacts To Milwaukee Bucks Signing 10-Year NBA Veteran

Myles Turner had spent the first ten seasons of his career playing for the Indiana Pacers. Last year, the former Texas star helped lead the franchise to the NBA Finals for the first time in 25 years.

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Damian Lillard News / Last Word On Sports / July 27

Damian Lillard Pushes Back on Underperforming Bucks Tenure

There is a valid argument that claims the Milwaukee Bucks experiment pairing Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard together was a failed one. Two consecutive first-round playoff exits are the most damaging element of the duo’s short-lived time together.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Athlon Sports / July 25

Damian Lillard Sounds off on Critics of his Time With Bucks

Back on April 27, what had already been a rough and injury-marred ending to the season for point guard Damian Lillard got a whole lot rougher and more injury-marred.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Yardbarker / July 24