ClutchPoints 1 hour ago
Isaiah Thomas pitches himself as Damian Lillard backup after Bucks trade
It’s been close to a year and a half since Isaiah Thomas last appeared on an NBA court, but that hasn’t stopped the former All-Star from offering up his services to the Milwaukee Bucks after they stunningly brought in Damian Lillard in exchange for Jrue Holiday on Wednesday. Thomas’ career, of course, unravelled in sad […] The post Isaiah Thomas pitches himself as Damian Lillard backup after Bucks trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Brew Hoop 2 hours ago
Thank you for everything, Jrue
Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports On Wednesday at around 1:20 pm CT, the NBA world erupted after the typical basketball news-breakers emerged from slumber to announce that Damian Lillard had been traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. After a summer that was absolutely clogged with Dame trade discourse—which included Lillard’s open desire to play in Miami—the Bucks arose from the smoke to finally give Giannis Antetokounmpo the generational running mate he has wanted for years now. This move is an obvious call for celebration, and I would be lying to you if I said I...
Behind the Buck Pass 3 hours ago
Grading the Milwaukee Bucks’ shocking acquisition of Damian Lillard
The Milwaukee Bucks have made a trade that has shocked the NBA landscape. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Milwaukee Bucks acquired Damian Lillard in a three-team deal on Wednesday. This move immediately makes Milwaukee the favorite to win the title this season. The team needed to add a point guard who would not only […] Grading the Milwaukee Bucks’ shocking acquisition of Damian Lillard - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Brew Hoop 4 hours ago
New Territory: Unpacking Milwaukee’s Gamble on Damian Lillard
Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports The Bucks shocked the NBA world with another blockbuster of a trade. We have never been here before. The Milwaukee Bucks have been a great team, a contending team, an NBA Finals favorite. We have boasted having an all-time talent in Giannis Antetokounmpo, whose presence was enough to make up for any—almost all—weaknesses that held the team back on the court. Giannis’ recent forays into saber-rattling via sports media weren’t even unfamiliar; the last time it happened, the Bucks landed Jrue Holiday and Giannis signed a super-max...
Behind the Buck Pass 5 hours ago
Milwaukee Bucks: Starting lineup, rotation after Damian Lillard trade
Winning championships in the NBA is about who has the best player. If you can put the two best players on the basketball court, suddenly the calculus goes from favorable to overwhelming. You can win with a deep team against a solo superstar, but it’s hard; if you have two Top-10 players you’re suddenly inevitable. […] Milwaukee Bucks: Starting lineup, rotation after Damian Lillard trade - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Behind the Buck Pass 6 hours ago
Bucks NBA Finals odds skyrocket following Damian Lillard trade
The Milwaukee Bucks made a major move on Wednesday, orchestrating a three-team deal to acquire Portland Trail Blazers star, guard Damian Lillard. The deal also involves the Phoenix Suns, who sent Deandre Ayton to the Blazers in the trade and received a package of role players from both teams. Lillard’s addition comes at a cost, […] Bucks NBA Finals odds skyrocket following Damian Lillard trade - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Behind the Buck Pass 6 hours ago
Reactions to the Milwaukee Bucks’ blockbuster trade for Damian Lillard
The Milwaukee Bucks just turned the NBA landscape on its head. As first reported by ESPN, the Bucks have acquired Damian Lillard from the Portland Trail Blazers in a three-team deal with the Phoenix Suns. No, this is not a dream. Reactions to the Milwaukee Bucks’ blockbuster trade for Damian Lillard Bucks fans, no, NBA […] Reactions to the Milwaukee Bucks’ blockbuster trade for Damian Lillard - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Brew Hoop 7 hours ago
BREAKING: BUCKS ACQUIRE DAMIAN LILLARD
Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via IT’S DAME TIME Are you tired of a slow offseason? Waiting for the Bucks to do something? Well, wait no longer, as Woj has dropped this massive hydrogen bomb on us: BREAKING: The Portland Trail Blazers are trading guard Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/FRgQyDVjQG— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) September 27, 2023 As you would expect, Jrue Holiday is indeed heading out in the package, as is Grayson Allen. As you would also expect, the Bucks 2029 first-round pick is headed out, plus...
Behind the Buck Pass 11 hours ago
3 Bucks who could be in Buddy Hield trade talks, 1 who shouldn’t be
Over the last several days, most discussion amongst Milwaukee Bucks fans has revolved around Buddy Hield of the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks were linked to Hield via The Athletic’s Shams Charania, who reported they were among a few interested suitors. Prior to that, Charania had also reported that Hield and the Pacers have opened up […] 3 Bucks who could be in Buddy Hield trade talks, 1 who shouldn’t be - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Behind the Buck Pass 14 hours ago
Grade the trade: Bucks land Damian Lillard in shocking proposal
The Milwaukee Bucks must do whatever it takes to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo happy. His recent comments have fans worried and opposing teams are salivating about adding arguably the best player in the world. The Bucks re-signed Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez this offseason, but the team’s aging core is cause for concern. Milwaukee does not […] Grade the trade: Bucks land Damian Lillard in shocking proposal - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Behind the Buck Pass Sep 26, 2023
Bucks 2023-24 player profile: What does Drew Timme’s future look like?
After an incredibly successful four-year run at Gonzaga, Drew Timme went undrafted, which led to him signing an Exhibit 10 with the Milwaukee Bucks. Timme is likely to join the Bucks for training camp in the coming weeks, and it will be interesting to see how things ultimately shake out for the big man. Age: […] Bucks 2023-24 player profile: What does Drew Timme’s future look like? - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Behind the Buck Pass Sep 26, 2023
Bucks 2023-24 player profile: Is A.J. Green the secret weapon?
One of the best pickups and slightly sneaky additions for the Milwaukee Bucks this off-season was being able to re-sign sharpshooter A.J. Green to a multi-year deal. Last season, he impressed on a two-way deal, so the front office felt he was deserving of a full contract with the first of the three years being […] Bucks 2023-24 player profile: Is A.J. Green the secret weapon? - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Behind the Buck Pass Sep 26, 2023
Players that the Milwaukee Bucks should replace Grayson Allen with
Grayson Allen’s name has floated around as a potential trade piece for the Milwaukee Bucks for a few seasons. Yes, he’s been productive and has provided a strong offensive game to the team, but he has lacked in other areas. One area that is consistently highlighted as an issue in his play is his defensive […] Players that the Milwaukee Bucks should replace Grayson Allen with - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Behind the Buck Pass Sep 25, 2023
Reaction to the Bucks talking to Trail Blazers about Damian Lillard trade
For years, Milwaukee Bucks fans have dreamed about Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard teaming up in the 414. That interest has certainly intensified over the past few months, with Lillard requesting a change of scenery in the form of a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers. While Miami Has been atop the guard’s wishlist from […] Reaction to the Bucks talking to Trail Blazers about Damian Lillard trade - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
Behind the Buck Pass Sep 25, 2023
3 Buddy Hield trade packages between the Milwaukee Bucks and Pacers
Over the last few months, the Milwaukee Bucks have reportedly registered interest in trading for sharpshooting guard Buddy Hield of the Indiana Pacers. That is according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania, who noted that the Bucks are joined by both the Dallas Mavericks and Philadelphia 76ers as interested suitors. If Hield is indeed in the […] 3 Buddy Hield trade packages between the Milwaukee Bucks and Pacers - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - Milwaukee Bucks News, Rumors, and Fan Community
