Pat Connaughton: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 8

The Hornets continue winning the Pat Connaughton trade after Vasilije Micic buyout

The Charlotte Hornets got Vasilije Micic back from the Phoenix Suns as salary-matching in the Mark Williams deal and promptly flipped him to the Milwaukee Bucks for Pat Connaughton and two second-round picks.

NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / July 7

Bucks' Pat Connaughton Breaks Silence After Shocking Trade

Former Milwaukee Bucks champion and guard Pat Connaughton bids a farewell to the city he called home for the past seven seasons. Connaughton had this to say to the Bucks fans and the city of Milwaukee.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / July 7

Bucks Officially Trade NBA Champion Wing to East Squad

The Milwaukee Bucks have officially traded guard Pat Connaughton to the Charlotte Hornets. In exchange for the 10-season veteran and two second-round draft

Milwaukee Bucks News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Rumored Bucks Trade Made Official Amid NBA Free Agency

The Milwaukee Bucks have been no strangers to shakeups this NBA Free Agency. From parting ways with veteran talent to making room for younger options, it’s been clear that the franchise is preparing for a strategic reset.

Charlotte Hornets News / Fastbreak on SI / July 6

Charlotte Hornets Officially Announce Trade With Bucks

Pat Connaughton has been a very valuable role player for the Milwaukee Bucks in each of the previous seven seasons. On Sunday, the Charlotte Hornets officially announced that they have traded for the former Notre Dame star.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 2

NBA analyst adores Hornets' Pat Connaughton trade

The Charlotte Hornets pulled off another trade earlier this week by trading Vasilije Micic to the Milwaukee Bucks for Pat Connaughton and two second-round picks.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Total Apex Sports / July 2

Milwaukee Trades Pat Connaughton to Charlotte for Vasilije Micić

The Milwaukee Bucks made another roster move as free agency gained momentum. This time, they parted ways with a long-tenured contributor in their backcourt rotation.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 1

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Yardbarker / July 1

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Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / July 1

Milwaukee Bucks Burn 2 Second-Round Picks in Bizarre Pat Connaughton Trade That Nets Benched Phoenix PG

Pat Connaughton’s time with the Milwaukee Bucks was nearing its end, one way or another. It came as no surprise when he exercised his $9.4 million player option for the 2025-26 season.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / July 1

Bucks Make Trade, Send $28 Million Wing to East Rival as Shocking Roster Overhaul Continues

The Milwaukee Bucks' shocking roster revamp continues, as the team is sending Pat Connaughton and two of their own second-round picks (2031, 2032) to the Charlotte Hornets for Vasilije Micic, per ESPN's Shams Charania.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Bucks rumors: Milwaukee has ‘avenues to a trade’

The Milwaukee Bucks have been in the rumor mill all offseason, as there is speculation the club could move on from Giannis Antetokounmpo. On Monday, the rumor mill picked up steam on a potential trade; however, it’s for Antetokounmpo’s teammate instead.

NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 22

NBA Veteran Makes Contract Decision To Stick With Pistons Rival

A Detroit Pistons rival found out that one of their guards plans to make a return for the 2025-2026 NBA season. The Milwaukee Bucks have the veteran Pat Connaughton back for the year.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Athlon Sports / June 21

Milwaukee Bucks Wing Makes $9.4 Million Decision

Of all the decisions the Milwaukee Bucks will have to make in the coming weeks, the future of Pat Connaughton was not the one keeping the front office up at night.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Field Level Media / June 21

Reports: Bucks' Pat Connaughton picks up $9.4M player option

Milwaukee Bucks wing Pat Connaughton has picked up his player option for the 2025-26 season worth $9.4 million, according to multiple reports on Saturday.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / June 21

Bucks’ Pat Connaughton opts in for 2025-26

Bucks guard/forward Pat Connaughton has picked up his 2025/26 player option, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). The move locks in Connaughton’s salary of $9,423,869 for next season and puts him on track to reach unrestricted free agency in 2026.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / June 7