Former Bucks wing eyes NBA return after Asia Cup MVP run 1 Apr 25, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) is upset with a foul called on him against the Indiana Pacers in the second half during game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Former Bucks wing eyes NBA return after Asia Cup MVP run

Originally posted on WI Sports Heroics | By Nathan Yasis | Last updated Sep 3, 2025 2:19 PM ET

Jaylin Galloway’s time with the Milwaukee Bucks barely registered, but the former two-way wing has since kept his career alive overseas. Now playing internationally, Galloway remains determined to use the experience as a springboard for an eventual return to the NBA.

Fresh off an impressive showing at the recent Asia Cup, Jaylin Galloway opened up about his journey back on track. “It was a tough little rough patch for me, but it’s been good to come back and get my mind right,” Galloway remarked. [Brian Goorjian] has been helping me a lot, we’ve been working really hard in the off-season. So, the next step is getting back to the NBA.”

Galloway joined the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024 on a two-way deal, but he never suited up for the franchise. Instead, he spent the season with the Wisconsin Herd in the G League, where he displayed occasional flashes yet struggled to secure a long-term spot.

Jaylin Galloway with the Bucks

Former Bucks wing eyes NBA return after Asia Cup MVP run 2 Mar 30, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Jaylin Galloway (00) before a game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Across seven games, he posted averages of 4.7 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.4 assists. The stat that jumped out was his 1.3 blocks per game, showing how he used his athleticism to disrupt opponents on defense.

Though it came in a small sample, it highlighted his ability to be a defensive presence. Still, that wasn’t enough to secure his place with the Bucks, and by August he had returned overseas to keep his career going while holding onto his goal of making it back to the NBA.

At only 22 years old, Galloway has already built an impressive overseas résumé. He captured back-to-back NBL titles in 2022 and 2023 and was recently named FIBA Asia Cup MVP. His game has clearly evolved since his stint with the Herd, and if he stays on track, there’s still plenty of untapped potential waiting to emerge.

Former Bucks wing eyes NBA return after Asia Cup MVP run 3 Apr 10, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) sits on the bench with a calf injury in the second quarter against the Orlando Magic at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

A team taking a chance on Galloway, whether through a training camp invite or a two-way contract, would hardly come as a surprise after his Asia Cup run. In today’s NBA, athletic young wings are always in demand, and Galloway fits that profile.

Interestingly, he could slide right into the Milwaukee Bucks’ mix, as they still face questions at the wing position. Still, with their roster already packed, a reunion does not appear realistic.

This article first appeared on WI Sports Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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