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Xavier Cooks Nate Ament finishes with 12 points, seven rebounds
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 1:24 PM
Nate Ament accounted for 12 points (5-of-10 FGs), seven rebounds, three assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in Saturday's win over the 76ers.
Analysis: Ament finished his first Summer League with a solid overall stat line in Milwaukee's 96-94 victory. While fellow lottery pick Brayden Burries was one of the best performers in Las Vegas, things did not go as smoothly for Ament. However, the final outing was encouraging, and the former Tennessee forward still boasts immense upside. While his fantasy ceiling in redraft leagues may be limited next season, Ament is a must-roster player in dynasty leagues. |
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Xavier Cooks Brayden Burries finishes SL with 27-point effort
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 1:11 PM
Brayden Burries accounted for 27 points (9-of-18 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), four rebounds, five assists, one steal and one blocked shot in Saturday's win over the 76ers.
Analysis: While he missed all four of his three-point attempts, Burries finished his summer with another excellent showing. The tenth overall pick in last month's draft was Milwaukee's best player in Las Vegas and has the look of a player who should compete for rotation minutes immediately. Whether he was on the ball or off it, Burries made things happen offensively, and his defense was solid as well. With the Bucks paying Gary Trent Jr. $64 million and adding Tyler Herro and Kasparas Jaku?ionis in the Giannis trade while also having Kevin Porter Jr. and Ryan Rollins, the backcourt projects to be crowded next season. However, good luck keeping Burries off the floor, given how well he played this summer. |
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Gary Trent Jr. Shams: NBA to 'probe' Gary Trent Jr. contract
Thu, Jul 16, 2026, 8:35 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that the NBA will âprobeâ Gary Trent Jr.'s four-year, $64 million contract.
Analysis: Trent Jr. finished his second season in Milwaukee with averages of 21.2 minutes, 8.1 points and 0.5 steals while shooting 36% from deep. All of those numbers represent the lowest marks since his rookie campaign, and the NBA will investigate whether the Bucks circumvented the salary cap by offering GTJ a handshake deal to sign for the minimum last season with the promise of a big payday. |
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Xavier Cooks Brayden Burries finishes with 23 points, full line
Mon, Jul 13, 2026, 6:19 PM
Brayden Burries accumulated 23 points (8-of-15 FGs, 3-of-7 FTs), eight rebounds, six assists, four steals, one block and three three-pointers in Monday's loss to the Suns.
Analysis: Playing against college teammate Koa Peat for the first time as pros, Burries recorded his second 20-point game in as many nights. The former Arizona guard was efficient as a scorer and playmaker, committing just one turnover. If there was an issue for Burries, it was that he went 3-of-7 from the foul line, but that was not an issue for him at the college level. His play in Las Vegas has been encouraging for both the Bucks and fantasy managers considering Burries in their drafts. Milwaukee's perimeter logjam may make it challenging for Burries to log heavy minutes as a rookie, but getting into the rotation is certainly a reasonable expectation. |
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Gary Trent Jr. MIL signs Trent Jr. to 4-year, $64 million deal
Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 11:53 AM
Shams Charania
Bucks signed Gary Trent Jr. to a four-year, $64 million contract.
Analysis: After playing on the veteran's minimum each of the last two seasons, Trent is now the fourth-highest-paid player on the Bucks roster. His numbers took a significant hit in 2024-25, with the guard's scoring average (8.1) being the lowest since his rookie season. However, that did not sway the Bucks from paying Trent handsomely as the franchise moves on from the Giannis Antetokounmpo era. Given the price tag, he should figure prominently in the team's plans next season, which raises Trent's fantasy ceiling. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo involved in altercation
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 12:44 PM
NBC Sports
According to multiple reports that have since been verified by their respective teams, Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo got into a physical altercation on Friday morning in Las Vegas.
Analysis: Once teammates, Herro was traded to Milwaukee as part of the deal that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami. According to reports, Adebayo took issue with some of the things Herro said on social media in the aftermath of the trade, and the situation came to a head on a practice court at the Resorts World Casino in Las Vegas. Adebayo reportedly struck Herro in the face, but it's unclear whether the NBA or NBPA will open an investigation into the incident. |
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Xavier Cooks Nate Ament plays 17 minutes in summer debut
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 12:06 PM
Nate Ament tallied six points (3-of-7 FGs), three rebounds and two assists in Friday's loss to the Heat.
Analysis: The 13th overall pick in last month's draft, Ament did not play in any of Milwaukee's California Classic games as his contract was being finalized. Having last appeared in a competitive game during the Elite 8, he looked a bit rusty, shooting 0-of-3 from beyond the arc. While fellow lottery pick Brayden Burries was selected three spots higher, Ament's path to rotation minutes may be clearer since Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis were traded to Miami. However, he has a lot of developing to do, making Ament a more valuable option for dynasty leagues than redraft leagues. |
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Xavier Cooks Brayden Burries scores team-high 18 points vs. MIA
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 12:02 PM
Brayden Burries finished Friday's loss to the Heat with 18 points (6-of-15 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer.
Analysis: After playing in just one of Milwaukee's three California Classic games, Burries should see a lot more playing time in Las Vegas. The former Arizona guard struggled with his shot on Friday, but it did not diminish his aggressiveness as a scorer. Even with the Bucks adding Tyler Herro in the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade and still having Ryan Rollins and Kevin Porter Jr., there will still be opportunities for Burries to prove himself during the regular season. The fantasy outlook isn't great in redraft leagues, but he'll remain valuable in dynasty formats. |
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Pete Nance Report: Pete Nance gets two-year deal from Bucks
Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 8:06 AM
https://x.com/JakeLFischer/status/2075263638928323025
Pete Nance agreed to a two-year, minimum contract with the Bucks, according to NBA Insider Jake Fischer.
Analysis: It's a two-year, non-guaranteed contract for Nance. The Bucks somewhat curiously waived the 26-year-old forward last week, but elected to bring him back now. While much remains in flux with the Bucks' roster, Nance seems ticketed for a reserve role next season. He averaged 5.4 points and 2.7 rebounds in 15.7 minutes per game over 47 games (six starts) last season. |
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Gary Harris Shams: Gary Harris, Taurean Prince traded to DET
Tue, Jul 7, 2026, 2:04 PM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that the Pistons are acquiring Gary Harris and Taurean Prince from the Bucks via trade in exchange for Caris LeVert and second-round picks.
Analysis: The veteran guard will now head to his fourth NBA team after the reported trade between the Bucks and Pistons. Harris has seen his fantasy value decline since leaving Denver via trade in the 2020-21 season, with his minutes and scoring decreasing in each of the past four seasons. He averaged 2.7 points over 48 games for Milwaukee last season and is not expected to be fantasy-relevant with the Pistons. |
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Taurean Prince Shams: Taurean Prince heading to DET via trade
Tue, Jul 7, 2026, 1:57 PM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that the Pistons are acquiring Taurean Prince and Gary Harris from the Bucks via trade in exchange for Caris LeVert and second-round picks.
Analysis: The multi-player deal will allow Prince to have a fresh start in Detroit and compete for playing time on a contending team. Detroit has a fairly established roster following a first-place finish in the Eastern Conference last season, which will make it difficult for Prince to find enough opportunities to have much fantasy impact. He averaged 9.2 points in only 26 appearances with Milwaukee during the 2025-26 season. |
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Xavier Cooks Brayden Burries scores 12 points in summer debut
Mon, Jul 6, 2026, 6:28 PM
Brayden Burries tallied 12 points (3-of-8 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), two rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer in Monday's loss to the Kings.
Analysis: After sitting out the Bucks' first two games at the California Classic, Burries played his first meaningful basketball since the Final Four in April on Monday. He's a better shooter than he showed against the Kings, but that can be attributed to rust. Burries will get more opportunities to show what he can do in Las Vegas, starting with the Heat on July 10. Along with fellow first-round pick Nate Ament, who did not play in California, Burries should have every opportunity to earn rotation minutes as a rookie. |
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Kira Lewis Kira Lewis Jr. tallies 13 points, four assists
Sun, Jul 5, 2026, 10:59 AM
Kira Lewis Jr. accounted for 13 points (4-of-8 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), three rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Nets.
Analysis: The 13th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, Lewis is still looking to cement his status as an NBA player after injuries limited his opportunities in New Orleans. The 25-year-old last appeared in the NBA during the 2023-24 season, so a good showing for the Bucks at the California Classic and in Las Vegas is essential. Despite the Bucks losing by 20 on Sunday, Lewis made sound decisions with the ball as a playmaker for others and in getting his own shots. With Milwaukee rebuilding and having an open two-way contract slot, the door may be open for Lewis, even if he only earns a training camp invite. |
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Brandon Boston Brandon Boston Jr. scores 17 points vs. GSW
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 11:45 AM
Brandon Boston Jr. provided a boost off the bench with 17 points (6-of-10 FGs), three rebounds, two assists, two steals and one three-pointer against the Warriors on Saturday.
Analysis: The 2021 second-round pick had a solid NBA run but ended up playing in Turkey last season. Now, he's attempting to make an NBA comeback. With his experience, it isn't surprising that Boston was productive in this game, but he has a lot more work to do to earn a contract for the upcoming season. |
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Xavier Cooks Rafael Castro records 4/6/1/4/1 line vs. GSW
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 11:41 AM
Rafael Castro contributed four points (2-of-2 FGs), six rebounds, one assist, four steals and one block against the Warriors on Saturday.
Analysis: Milwaukee added Castro on a two-way contract after he went undrafted last month. The big man out of George Washington didn't do much scoring, but he was able to make an impact on the defensive end. It will be difficult for him to carve out a role in Milwaukee this season, but if he does, he's more than capable of providing value in multiple numbers, which should play well in fantasy basketball. |
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Ousmane Dieng Report: MIL, Ousmane Dieng agree to 3-year deal
Tue, Jun 30, 2026, 12:26 PM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that the Bucks and Ousmane Dieng have agreed to a three-year, $17.5 million contract.
Analysis: Acquired at the February trade deadline, Dieng appeared in 30 games for the Bucks last season, starting 20. In those appearances, the 2022 lottery pick averaged 11.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.5 three-pointers in 26.8 minutes, shooting 42.3 percent from the field and 66.7 percent from the foul line. With Giannis Antetokounmpo no longer in the picture, Dieng will look to grab a bigger role for himself, and he's a late-round option in most fantasy league drafts. |
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Gary Trent Jr. Report: Gary Trent Jr. expected to decline option
Fri, Jun 26, 2026, 12:17 PM
Chris Haynes
Senior NBA insider Chris Haynes reports that Gary Trent Jr. is expected to decline his player option for the 2026-27 season.
Analysis: Trent Jr., an eight-year veteran, is coming off his least productive NBA season since he was a rookie. Still, he came close to averaging double figures in points as a part-time starter while shooting a solid 36.0 percent from beyond the arc. He has never offered much more from a fantasy standpoint than the aforementioned scoring and three-point shooting, so there's no reason to expect him to provide much fantasy value as his production and playing time continue to decline. Yet, he could serve as a solid role player on the wing for a team looking for floor spacing and perimeter defense. |
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Kevin Porter Jr. Report: Kevin Porter Jr. picks up player option
Thu, Jun 25, 2026, 2:37 PM
Michael Scotto
HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reports that Kevin Porter Jr. has picked up his player option for the 2026-27 season.
Analysis: While injuries limited Porter to 38 games, he had one of the most productive seasons of his NBA career. The 2019 first-round pick averaged 17.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 7.4 assists, 2.2 steals and 1.2 three-pointers, shooting 46.5 percent from the field and 87.8 percent from the foul line. Porter's per-game fantasy value was excellent, but availability issues kept his rostered percentage relatively low. With the Bucks moving on from Giannis Antetokounmpo, Porter is one of the players who will be asked to pick up the slack offensively. That bodes well for his fantasy value in 2026-27, provided he remains healthy. |
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Jericho Sims Report: Jericho Sims intends to opt in for 2026-27
Thu, Jun 25, 2026, 10:12 AM
Michael Scotto
HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reports that Jericho Sims intends to pick up his player option for the 2026-27 season.
Analysis: While his numbers did not jump off the page, Sims had his most productive season as a pro in 2025-26. Appearing in 67 games, he averaged 5.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.6 assists, shooting 78.4 percent from the field and 64.0 percent from the foul line. Sims' playing time picked up down the stretch as the Bucks fell off the pace for a postseason spot, and there were also times when he played more due to Myles Turner's rebounding struggles. If the Bucks were to move on from Turner, there may be more opportunities for Sims, even with the addition of Kel'el Ware via the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade. |
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Xavier Cooks Report: Bucks sign Rafael Castro to two-way deal
Wed, Jun 24, 2026, 5:30 PM
Dushawn London
247Sports' Dushawn London reports that the Bucks signed Rafael Castro to a two-way contract.
Analysis: A seldom-called-upon role player in his two seasons at Providence, Castro flourished after transferring to George Washington ahead of the 2024-25 season. As a senior, the 6-foot-9 pivot averaged 15.3 points, 9.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.8 steals and 1.7 blocks in 27.3 minutes, shooting 62.7 percent from the field and 66.1 percent from the foul line. While undersized for a potential NBA center, Castro's athleticism and motor can help him compensate for that. |
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