Cole Anthony: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NBA News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 26

Caleb Wilson Shows Off Skills in Social Media Clip

Caleb Wilson is one of the best prospects UNC men's basketball has received in a while, another standout being Cole Anthony, who was anticipated greatly heading into his one and only season in Chapel Hill.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 13

Cole Anthony reflects on ‘crazy’ Magic trade, joining Bucks’ title pursuit

In a recent interview with Orlando Sentinel reporter Jason Beede, newly acquired Milwaukee Bucks guard Cole Anthony reflected on the whirlwind trade that ended his five-year tenure with the Orlando Magic.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / August 11

Milwaukee Bucks: Cole Anthony Comments Are Exactly Why the Team Pursued Him as Free Agent

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NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / August 11

Milwaukee Bucks: PG Cole Anthony 'Thankful' for New Opportunity, Still Shaken by Trade from 5-Year Orlando Home

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Cole Anthony spent the first five years of his career with the Magic, the team that drafted him No. 15 overall in 2020. A team player and locker room favorite, he was shocked when Orlando shipped him out to Memphis in the Desmond Bane trade that kicked off the offseason in earnest.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / August 10

New Bucks Scorer Opens Up on 'Bittersweet' Trade and Buyout

There was a time, back in his career with North Carolina, that Cole Anthony was considered a candidate to be the No. 1 overall pick. He never quite lived up to that billing, but the new Bucks guard has worked out a pretty clear role for himself in the NBA, one that should keep him kicking around the league for years to come.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / August 10

Former first-round pick excited to play for Bucks after 'bittersweet' departure from Magic

Cole Anthony admits he’s having difficulty adjusting to the fact that he’s a former member of the Magic. “I’ve literally said this to several people … I still feel like I’m on the Magic a little bit,” Anthony told Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Former Bucks Star Sees Cole Anthony's Potential With the Team's Frontcourt

The acquisition of Cole Anthony was a smart move by the Milwaukee Bucks' front office. With his athleticism and ability to put pressure on the rim, there's an expectation that he'll do a lot for the Bucks as a reserve guard.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Bucks Make Historic Announcement on Tuesday

Like father, like son. The Milwaukee Bucks welcomed Cole Anthony to the team on Tuesday's social media update on X. Anthony was originally part of the Orlando Magic trade to the Memphis Grizzlies along with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and four unprotected first-round picks for Desmond Bane.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / July 23

Milwaukee Bucks: Greg Anthony Hyped over Son Cole’s No. 50 Jersey Selection, Matching Dad’s Number as Buck

The Milwaukee Bucks announced Tuesday at point guard Cole Anthony, signed in the buyout market this offseason, will wear no. 50, the number his father Greg wore during his half-season in town.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / July 23

Milwaukee Bucks: Cole Anthony Gives Love to His Father’s Time With Bucks With Jersey Number Choice, to Wear No. 50 This Season

The Anthony family have their full circle moment after Cole Anthony signed with the Milwaukee Bucks, the last team their patriarch played for the in the NBA.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 19

NBA Notes: Bucks, Cole Anthony, Suns, Bulls

Bucks general manager Jon Horst is bullish on newly signed guard Cole Anthony, telling The Athletic’s Eric Nehm that the former Magic and Grizzlies guard could be a seamless fit in Milwaukee’s system, especially playing off Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Bucks Send Five-Word Message on Former $39 Million Guard

You blink once and Damian Lillard’s gone. Blink again, and Cole Anthony is rocking green like he’s worn it his whole life. If the Milwaukee Bucks had a soft launch for change, this wasn’t it.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / July 17

New Bucks Guard Gave Up $2 Million to Sign With Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Bucks have been one of the most active teams this offseason. They made the most significant and most surprising move thus far, waiving their All-Star guard Damian Lillard.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / July 16

Bucks Make Announcement On Former Grizzlies Guard

The Memphis Grizzlies recently agreed to a buyout with guard Cole Anthony. They initially acquired him in the trade with the Orlando Magic for Desmond Bane, getting back Anthony, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and a haul of draft picks.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 16

Bucks Officially Sign Cole Anthony

The Milwaukee Bucks have officially signed guard Cole Anthony, the team announced in a press release. Anthony, 25, was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies as part of the Orlando Magic’s deal for Desmond Bane.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 16

Bucks sign recently waived first-round pick

The move had been expected since he reached a buyout agreement with the Memphis Grizzlies, who waived him over the weekend.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 15

Cole Anthony Breaks Silence After Trade With Heartfelt Message To Magic

In 2020, the Orlando Magic selected Cole Anthony with the No. 15 pick, hoping to secure their point guard of the future. While he brought scoring, leadership, and a steady presence over five seasons, Anthony never fully cemented himself as a full-time starter.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / July 14

Cole Anthony Gets Fresh Start in Fantasy With Bucks

Cole Anthony and the Grizzlies have agreed to a buyout, and the former Magic guard is expected to sign with the Bucks upon his release. The Bucks need backcourt depth after waiving superstar Damian Lillard, who is still recovering from a torn Achilles and is expected to miss the entire 2025-26 season.

NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / July 13

Pistons Could Gain New Rival After Memphis Grizzlies Buyout

On Saturday, the Memphis Grizzlies struck a buyout with the former Orlando Magic veteran, Cole Anthony. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Cole Anthony already has his next destination sorted out once he officially clears waivers.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / July 13

Cole Anthony-Memphis Grizzlies Agree To Contract Buyout

Cole Anthony and the Memphis Grizzlies have agreed to a contract buyout. Anthony, 25, played in a point guard role for the Orlando Magic from 2020 to 2025.

Orlando Magic News / Last Word On Sports / July 12

Cole Anthony Expected to Join East Contender Following Buyout

The Memphis Grizzlies and guard Cole Anthony have agreed to a contract buyout, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The buyout paves the way for the 24-year-old to join a playoff contender.

NBA News / Field Level Media / July 12

Report: G Cole Anthony expected to sign with Bucks

Guard Cole Anthony has reached a buyout with the Memphis Grizzlies and plans to sign with the Milwaukee Bucks, per a source at ESPN. The 25-year-old guard was shipped to Memphis in June as part of the Desmond Bane deal after spending the first five seasons of his career with the Orlando Magic.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 12