Bobby Portis has been a fan favorite in Milwaukee for well over half a decade now. He, alongside Giannis, is the heart and soul of the Bucks. Bobby has helped this team accomplish so much, and he’s had so many awesome moments in a green-and-cream jersey. That’s why it’s painful to say it’s time forContinue reading “Bobby Portis, Your Time Has Come”
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3 Reasons Why the Bucks Should Sign Dennis Smith Jr.
Ahead of the G League’s 2024 Winter Showcase, the Wisconsin Herd (the minor league affiliate of the Milwaukee Bucks) have added NBA veteran Dennis Smith Jr. to their roster. Smith, who was known as a draft bust early in his career, has rebuilt his reputation as a solid role player in recent years and isContinue reading “3 Reasons Why the Bucks Should Sign Dennis Smith Jr.”
The Bucks Need More of THIS From Damian Lillard and Bobby Portis
When the Milwaukee Bucks first emerged as one of basketball’s best teams, their identity was anchored on the defensive end and they prided themselves in getting stops. In recent years, though, they’ve moved away from that, instead becoming more offensively orientated. Part of the reason behind the switch is loss of personnel. Guys like JrueContinue reading “The Bucks Need More of THIS From Damian Lillard and Bobby Portis”
2024 Bucks Free Agency Rundown
For a contender, the Bucks had an abnormal amount of holes to fill heading into this offseason. While most of their disappointing first round loss to the Pacers in the 2024 playoffs can be chalked up to injuries to their three stars, it was also clear that their rotation needed a major shake-up. Guys likeContinue reading “2024 Bucks Free Agency Rundown”
A.J. Green Is Shooting His Way to a NBA Future
(All stats accurate as of 2/27/24) The struggles of the Milwaukee Bucks have been a prominent topic of discussion in NBA media throughout the season. With so many issues to choose from, including Damian Lillard’s concerning performance, coaching drama, and a lackluster bench, it’s been easy for people to pile on Milwaukee and relentlessly criticizeContinue reading “A.J. Green Is Shooting His Way to a NBA Future”
4 Impact Prospects the Milwaukee Bucks Should Target at Pick 58
Anybody who’s watched the Milwaukee Bucks knows the team needs some youth and energy. They’re one of the oldest rosters in the league and don’t have anybody outside of Giannis who can rise up and catch a lob or snag an offensive rebound over somebody. The 2023 NBA Draft is right around the corner andContinue reading “4 Impact Prospects the Milwaukee Bucks Should Target at Pick 58”
The Ultimate Culture Guy: How Thanasis Antetokounmpo Contributes To Winning From the End of the Bench
“Hey, we know what that’s all about. It’s all about appeasing Giannis. But to answer your question, no.” This was an anonymous NBA general manager’s response to a question posed by writer Gery Woelfel about Milwaukee Bucks forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo, the elder brother of basketball’s best player. Would Thanasis be on an NBA roster ifContinue reading “The Ultimate Culture Guy: How Thanasis Antetokounmpo Contributes To Winning From the End of the Bench”
Should MarJon Beauchamp Be In Milwaukee’s Rotation? (3/6/23)
When making a first-round draft selection last summer for the first time since 2018, there were a lot of directions the Milwaukee Bucks could have headed in. A floor general point guard, a backup big man, and a movement shooter would have all patched holes in their depth chart. Most importantly, though, whoever they selectedContinue reading “Should MarJon Beauchamp Be In Milwaukee’s Rotation? (3/6/23)”
Five Potential Trade Candidates for the Milwaukee Bucks (1/12/23)
Is it time to start worrying about the Milwaukee Bucks? Giannis and company have dropped seven of their last twelve contests, including a four-game skid when matched up against other top Eastern Conference squads and a near thirty-point loss to the bottom-feeding Hornets. Even wins have been concerning. The Bucks allowed a massive run toContinue reading “Five Potential Trade Candidates for the Milwaukee Bucks (1/12/23)”
Bucks Off-Season Wishlist (5/17/22)
With their loss on Sunday, the 2021 NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks fell short of a return to the Finals in disappointing fashion. A combination of putrid shooting and a questionable defensive scheme led to the game seven collapse. Now that their season is over, it’s time to start thinking about what will be an importantContinue reading “Bucks Off-Season Wishlist (5/17/22)”
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