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Giannis Antetokounmpo Has No Words After Stephen A. Smith's 'Underachiever' Comment

On June 13, during ESPN’s "First Take", host Stephen A. Smith characterized Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo as an “underachiever” if he fails to secure another NBA title before retiring. The remark, widely circulated by NBACentral on X, prompted backlash from fans and analysts.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo fires back at Stephen A. Smith’s comments about him

Stephen A. Smith has managed to tick off another NBA star. The ESPN personality Smith went viral this week over his comments about Milwaukee Bucks All-Star forward Antetokounmpo.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / June 15

Former NBA Star Believes Shocking Rival Could Trade For Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo

The NBA offseason is slowly approaching and soon, there will be a ton of moves. There have already been two moves that have impacted next season and seasons to come. The Houston Rockets were able to retain their veteran center, Steven Adams, on Saturday.

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The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz

An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?

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20 NBA players who could be traded this offseason

This summer has the chance to be one of the wildest ones in recent memory as some of the biggest names in basketball are on the trade market this offseason.

Jon Horst News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / June 15

More Details Revealed Around Bucks Decision to Extend Jon Horst

The Milwaukee Bucks extended general manager Jon Horst, locking in their front office leader for the foreseeable future, though no information was released about why the extension was made until now.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / June 15

Why the Warriors must target Milwaukee Bucks PF this offseason, he brings a whole new dynamic

The Golden State Warriors need some new additions to their roster, and one Milwaukee Bucks forward is their perfect solution. The Golden State Warriors have a strong foundation they can build around since the Jimmy Butler trade in February worked out better than anyone expected it to.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / June 14

Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes Bucks Inspired Post Amid Trade Rumors

The Milwaukee Bucks are trying to figure out if Giannis Antetokounmpo is going to return for next season and for years to come. He has decided to take a look at the landscape around him first.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / June 14

Six guards the Bucks should target with the 47th pick

Milwaukee could use some backcourt insurance for next season The 2025 NBA draft is less than two weeks away. If you haven’t yet done your research on this year’s class, don’t worry— Brew Hoop is here to help you cram.

Brook Lopez News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / June 14

Bucks Get New Update on Brook Lopez Future

The Milwaukee Bucks have multiple roster moves to consider this offseason, with much of the talk around the team being about star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Kyle Kuzma News / WI Sports Heroics / June 14

Do Milwaukee Bucks Have Unexpected 'Wild Card Factor' in Year 2 of Kyle Kuzma?

Kyle Kuzma’s Milwaukee Bucks tenure has been disappointing, at times downright embarrassing, since he arrived from the Wizards before the 2025 trade deadline.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / June 14

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo Gets Called Out Amid Trade Rumors

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly decided to stay at his current team, declaring a vote of confidence in the franchise to steer through the upcoming muddy water, but his decision has drawn the ire of a famous ESPN personality.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / June 14

Milwaukee Bucks Big Man Could Be Unexpected No. 2 Scoring Option Next Season

As Damian Lillard recovers from Achilles surgery, the Milwaukee Bucks should be looking for a secondary scoring threat in free agency or via trade. If they don’t manage to acquire one, however, they could lean on a familiar face any given night of the season, says Bucks insider Justin Garcia.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / June 14

3 Free Agent Point Guards Headline Milwaukee Bucks’ Pool of Options, Says Insider

Every Milwaukee Bucks fan knows the team will have to do something, anything, to replace Damian Lillard’s minutes, if obviously not his full production, this offseason.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Wire / June 13

Bucks Aiming To Keep Core Intact, Deal With Big Tax Bill Later

The Milwaukee Bucks are sticking with the stars and bracing for the bill. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Tim Bontemps, general manager Jon Horst

Milwaukee Bucks News / Fastbreak on SI / June 13

Milwaukee Bucks Make Heartbreaking Announcement

The Milwaukee Bucks are one of the most successful teams in the NBA over the last eight seasons. On Friday, the franchise announced the heartbreaking news that Bob Wanek had passed away at the age of 92.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Yardbarker / June 13