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Brew Hoop

Three More Draft Targets for the Milwaukee Bucks

Here are three players the Milwaukee Bucks should look to target once draft night arrives. We just found out who the next coach for the Milwaukee Bucks will be, but the off-season still approaches. I thought I’d look toward how this team can get better for next season through the NBA Draft. While the Bucks currently do not hold a first-round pick, they still have the last pick in the draft at No. 58, since the Bulls’ and Heat’s second-round picks were taken away due to tampering. While general manager Jon Horst has floated the idea of potentially trading up into the...

Soaring Down South

Atlanta Hawks’ AJ Griffin sends powerful message to Bucks HC

It was a chance for Atlanta Hawks rookie AJ Griffin to turn the tables. Griffin, the No. 16 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft is the son of former NBA forward and longtime assistant coach Adrian Griffin. The two even got to share a moment when Junior hit a game-winner over Senior’s Toronto Raptors […] Atlanta Hawks’ AJ Griffin sends powerful message to Bucks HC - Soaring Down South - Soaring Down South - An Atlanta Hawks blog

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Pistons front office hopes Monty Williams reconsiders head coach offer

The Detroit Pistons‘ coaching search continues in what’s been a lengthy process for the storied franchise. The latest rumor roundup from the Pistons resulted in fans waiting until after the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery for news on who would be the next head coach. Overtime Elite head coach Kevin Ollie and Milwaukee Bucks associate head […] The post Pistons front office hopes Monty Williams reconsiders head coach offer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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RUMOR: Pistons explored possibility of hiring former NBA star Jerry Stackhouse for head coaching vacancy

Although it was reported that they would be waiting until after 2023 NBA Draft Lottery to make their decision, Detroit Pistons fans are getting anxious as the franchise has yet to name their new head coach. Currently, Milwaukee Bucks associate head coach Charles Lee and Overtime Elite head coach Kevin Ollie appear to be finalists […] The post RUMOR: Pistons explored possibility of hiring former NBA star Jerry Stackhouse for head coaching vacancy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Behind the Buck Pass

Why the Bucks need to go all-in on player development next season

On paper, the Milwaukee Bucks have had a decent history of development with their young players. Pundits point to their decision to draft Giannis Antetokounmpo with the 15th overall pick. Antetokounmpo has since developed into one of the best players in the NBA, becoming the league’s MVP in 2019 and 2020 and leading the Bucks […] Why the Bucks need to go all-in on player development next season - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - A Milwaukee Bucks Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinions and More

Brew Hoop

Would Trading Jrue Holiday For DeMar DeRozan Help The Bucks?

Could trading Jrue Holiday for DeMar DeRozan push the Milwaukee Bucks closer to another NBA title? | Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports Two sides of the 2009 NBA Draft coin Ahead of the 2020–2021 NBA season, there were two specific moves I wanted to see Jon Horst make for the Milwaukee Bucks: Acquire Jrue Holiday from the New Orleans Pelicans Trade for the Houston Rockets’ P.J. Tucker Both moves happened eventually, and both paid dividends as the Bucks brought home their second championship in franchise history. (I would have also accepted the ill-fated Bogdan...

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Siegel’s Scoop: Spurs’ championship future with Victor Wembanyama begins as Warriors, Bucks’ title chances face uncertainty

Team executives, scouts, coaches, general managers and others from around the NBA made their yearly expedition to Chicago this past week to not only attend the NBA Draft Combine, but to see who would be awarded the first overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. This year’s NBA Draft Lottery was the most anticipated draft […] The post Siegel’s Scoop: Spurs’ championship future with Victor Wembanyama begins as Warriors, Bucks’ title chances face uncertainty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Brew Hoop

Report: Frank Vogel set to interview for Bucks head coach opening

Vogel won a title with the Lakers in 2020 before being fired in after last season We can now add another head coaching candidate to the pile for the Milwaukee Bucks. On Wednesday afternoon Marc Stein dropped the news that former Lakers head coach Frank Vogel is set to interview for the position this week. Former Lakers coach Frank Vogel is expected to interview for Milwaukee's head coaching vacancy this week, league sources say. More of my latest coverage from the NBA's Chicago draft combine: https://t.co/s3wfncOKlD— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) May 17,...

Brew Hoop

Five potential targets for the Bucks in the 2023 NBA Draft

Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports With the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery last night, several teams are clamoring for the right to select top prospects like Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson. The Bucks are just about the furthest team away from this type of luxury, as they surrendered their 2023 first-round pick to Houston in the trade that brought P.J. Tucker to town. While it’s an understatement to say that this trade worked out for the Bucks, missing out on a first-round selection is always a bummer. Still, it makes sense to pay attention to what the Bucks decide to do...

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Indiana star Trayce Jackson-Davis meeting with Lakers, Warriors, others at Combine

Indiana forward Trayce Jackson-Davis has meetings with the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors, among others, at the NBA Draft Combine, according to a Wednesday tweet from NYT Sports Contributor Adam Zagoria. “Trayce Jackson-Davis of @IndianaMBB has meetings at the Combine with New Orleans, Bucks, Hornets, Lakers, Toronto, Washington, Golden State,” wrote Zagoria. “Also […] The post Indiana star Trayce Jackson-Davis meeting with Lakers, Warriors, others at Combine appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

How the Milwaukee Bucks are approaching NBA draft season without a first-round pick

While the Bucks have only the final pick in the second round, No. 58, GM Jon Horst and his staff are trying to be ready for all possibilities.       

Behind the Buck Pass

Early buzz on 2023 NBA Draft prospects for the Milwaukee Bucks

After a disappointing close to the 2023 season, the Milwaukee Bucks have turned their attention to the off-season and how to improve next season. Much of the attention right now revolves around the Bucks’ coaching search after the firing of Mike Budenholzer and the free agencies of players like Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez. With […] Early buzz on 2023 NBA Draft prospects for the Milwaukee Bucks - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - A Milwaukee Bucks Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinions and More

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Why Clippers must target Trayce Jackson-Davis in 2023 NBA Draft with pick acquired from Bucks

It is yet another offseason of heartbreak for the Los Angeles Clippers, but approaching Year 5 of the Kawhi Leonard and Paul George era, this is certainly not the time to feel sorry for themselves. Sure, suffering one major injury after another to their top dogs is a tough pill to swallow. But at the […] The post Why Clippers must target Trayce Jackson-Davis in 2023 NBA Draft with pick acquired from Bucks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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MarJon Beauchamp’s off-season development will be crucial for the Bucks

Utilizing their own first round pick for the first time in four years, the Milwaukee Bucks selected MarJon Beauchamp 24th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft. There was immediately a sense of optimism surrounding the pick from the fanbase, and not just because of Beauchamp’s incredible story and background. The G-League Ignite wing checked off […] MarJon Beauchamp’s off-season development will be crucial for the Bucks - Behind the Buck Pass - Behind the Buck Pass - A Milwaukee Bucks Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinions and More