Brew Hoop Nov 23, 2020
Five Questions with The Bird Writes
Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports Diving a little deeper on Milwaukee’s trade with New Orleans with our good friends over at The Bird Writes. The Milwaukee Bucks acquired Jrue Holiday from the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Eric Bledsoe, George Hill, and a multitude of draft picks. Did the Bucks give up too much? How will Jrue mesh with Giannis and the Bucks? Find out below! The trade from The Bird Writes perspective... 1) The Bucks have never had a ball-handler who could throw accurate lobs for Giannis coming off pick & rolls or back door cuts. It might not...
Brew Hoop Nov 19, 2020
Unraveled: How One Reporter Can Scuttle the Milwaukee Bucks Offseason
Photo by Mike Lawrie/ Did an itchy Twitter finger ruin Jon Horst’s strategy to build a winner in Milwaukee? The Milwaukee Bucks shocked the league when they landed Jrue Holiday in a trade that sent Eric Bledsoe, George Hill, and a king’s ransom of draft capital to the New Orleans Pelicans. As soon as The Athletic’s Shams Charania tweeted the news, Bucks fans rejoiced. That revelry was further intensified when the long-existing rumor about Milwaukee’s interest in Bogdan Bogdanovic resurfaced, and all of a sudden the rumor became reality, courtesy of ESPN’s...
Hoops Habit Nov 17, 2020
Milwaukee Bucks: Jrue Holiday is better than Eric Bledsoe but not the best fit
Let’s take a look at why newly acquired guard Jrue Holiday is an upgrade over Eric Bledsoe but not the best fit for the Milwaukee Bucks offense. The Milwaukee Bucks completed a trade earlier this week to acquire Jrue Holiday from the New Orleans Pelicans. Milwaukee traded Eric Bledsoe, George Hill, and three first-round picks to […] Milwaukee Bucks: Jrue Holiday is better than Eric Bledsoe but not the best fit - Hoops Habit - Hoops Habit - NBA News, Rumors, Analysis, Opinion and Stats
Brew Hoop Nov 17, 2020
All In: The 2020-2021 Milwaukee Bucks
Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via This is it folks. All in. Whether that phrase conjures up Luke pledging his love to Lorelai in Gilmore Girls or Daniel Craig pushing all his chips in during Casino Royale, for Milwaukee Bucks fans, it will forever be tied to the twilight hours of November 16, 2020. As that magical night turned to early morning, Adrian Wojnarowski and Shams Charania broke the news that Jon Horst wasn’t content with fringe moves. Instead, he’d be jettisoning any semblance of a youthful future, giving up Eric Bledsoe, George Hill, three first round selections and two...
Behind the Buck Pass Nov 17, 2020
Milwaukee Bucks Rumors: Acquire Jrue Holiday for Eric Bledsoe, George Hill, draft picks
According to multiple reports, the Milwaukee Bucks have acquired Jrue Holiday from the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Eric Bledsoe, George Hill and draft picks. The Milwaukee Bucks reportedly have their new point guard for the present and future. First reported by The Athletic’s Shams Charania, the Bucks have acquired Jrue Holiday from the […] Milwaukee Bucks Rumors: Acquire Jrue Holiday for Eric Bledsoe, George Hill, draft picks - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - A Milwaukee Bucks Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinions and More
ClutchPoints Nov 16, 2020
NBA news: Pelicans trade Jrue Holiday to Bucks for Eric Bledsoe, George Hill, picks
The Milwaukee Bucks have just pulled the trigger on what is currently the biggest trade of the offseason by bringing in former All-Star point guard Jrue Holiday from the New Orleans Pelicans. Via ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski: New Orleans is nearing completion of a deal to send G Jrue Holiday to Milwaukee for Eric Bledsoe, George […] The post NBA news: Pelicans trade Jrue Holiday to Bucks for Eric Bledsoe, George Hill, picks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Brew Hoop Nov 16, 2020
Reports: Bucks Trade for Jrue Holiday
Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports Milwaukee is trading Eric Bledsoe, George Hill and draft compensation to New Orleans LATE. NIGHT. SHAMS. BOMB. The New Orleans Pelicans are trading Jrue Holiday to Milwaukee, sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium.— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 17, 2020 We all knew there was a chance that the Bucks could move on from Eric Bledsoe, and it appears that time has come: Bucks sending Eric Bledsoe and George Hill and draft compensation to New Orleans, sources said. https://t.co/3K12F8WGI9— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 17,...
ClutchPoints Nov 15, 2020
RUMOR: Lakers explored deal for Bucks’ Eric Bledsoe before landing Dennis Schroder
It seems all but certain that the Los Angeles Lakers will acquire Oklahoma City Thunder guard Dennis Schroder in a trade that includes the Lakers’ 28th pick in the 2020 NBA Draft on Wednesday. It was a move that would bolster the defending champions’ backcourt and was a pre-emptive move should point guard Rajon Rondo […] The post RUMOR: Lakers explored deal for Bucks’ Eric Bledsoe before landing Dennis Schroder appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Behind the Buck Pass Nov 15, 2020
Milwaukee Bucks Rumors: Lakers had expressed interest in Eric Bledsoe
Per a report from Sports Illustrated, the Los Angeles Lakers had previously expressed an interest in Milwaukee Bucks guard Eric Bledsoe. The start of the NBA offseason is nearly here with the transaction moratorium reportedly being lifted Monday morning. For the Milwaukee Bucks, the time has arrived for them to generate the answers to the […] Milwaukee Bucks Rumors: Lakers had expressed interest in Eric Bledsoe - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - A Milwaukee Bucks Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinions and More
Behind the Buck Pass Nov 11, 2020
Milwaukee Bucks: 3 potential Eric Bledsoe trade scenarios
Trade speculation surrounding Eric Bledsoe is through the roof right now as the Milwaukee Bucks will likely move on from him in the coming weeks. After spending three seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks, it appears all but certain that Eric Bledsoe will be on the move this offseason. The guard’s shortcomings in the postseason have […] Milwaukee Bucks: 3 potential Eric Bledsoe trade scenarios - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - A Milwaukee Bucks Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinions and More
Behind the Buck Pass Nov 10, 2020
Giannis Antetokounmpo: 3 playmaking free agents to pair with the MVP
The Milwaukee Bucks will look to add another playmaker next Giannis Antetokounmpo in free agency, and several names fit the bill. Adding more playmaking alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo is among the Milwaukee Bucks’ top priorities this offseason. The Greek Freak led the team in assists this season at 5.6 per game, starting point guard Eric Bledsoe […] Giannis Antetokounmpo: 3 playmaking free agents to pair with the MVP - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - A Milwaukee Bucks Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinions and More
Behind the Buck Pass Nov 7, 2020
Milwaukee Bucks: 3 biggest hurdles in potentially replacing Eric Bledsoe
With the Milwaukee Bucks in the market to upgrade their backcourt and their point guard spot this offseason, replacing Eric Bledsoe will be no easy task. The Milwaukee Bucks have quite the needle to thread over the next several weeks ahead of the start to the 2020-21 NBA season. Their latest playoff disappointment illuminated many […] Milwaukee Bucks: 3 biggest hurdles in potentially replacing Eric Bledsoe - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - A Milwaukee Bucks Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinions and More
Behind the Buck Pass Nov 1, 2020
Milwaukee Bucks: 3 possible trade targets from Northwest Division
The NBA’s Northwest Division has some intriguing trade candidates for the Milwaukee Bucks, particularly at the guard position. The Milwaukee’s Bucks’ desire to upgrade their roster this offseason has been well documented to this point, no position being more apparent than the point guard. Eric Bledsoe’s postseason woes have hindered the Bucks for three consecutive […] Milwaukee Bucks: 3 possible trade targets from Northwest Division - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - A Milwaukee Bucks Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinions and More
Brew Hoop Oct 30, 2020
2020 NBA Draft - Brew Hoop Community Draft Board: Cole Anthony Plops Into 13
Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports With uncertainty at the point guard position, could Milwaukee land Cole Anthony? We all know that with the frustration that has amounted from Eric Bledsoe’s postseason play the last few years, there’s a very legitimate chance that the Milwaukee Bucks could go the route of selecting a point guard in the 2020 NBA Draft. One of those options? North Carolina Point Guard Cole Anthony. A talented scorer in college, Anthony’s 18.5 PPG in his lone freshman year in Chapel Hill will fit soundly in the Association. He’s definitely a score-first point guard,...
Brew Hoop Oct 28, 2020
Bucks Trade Proposal Bracket: 6-11 Matchup
Jeff Swinger-USA TODAY Sports This matchup features a pair of Western Conference guards coming back to try and put Milwaukee over the hump. For an overview of this project, check out the introduction here. Yesterday, we had our closest contest yet, ending with a package landing Dennis Schroder and Reggie Bullock from the Oklahoma City Thunder and the New York Knicks winning out, though a strong push was made for Zach LaVine to land with the Milwaukee Bucks. Today’s pair of deals are straightforward, and each involve (you guessed it) Eric Bledsoe. The first...
