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Xavier Cooks Brayden Burries records 19/5/5/4 line vs. Bulls
Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 5:54 PM
Brayden Burries posted 19 points (5-of-12 FGs, 8-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, five assists, four steals and one three-pointer in Wednesday's exhibition against the Bulls.
Analysis: Burries made his first start of the preseason on Wednesday. He struggled from deep, making one of six attempts, but a perfect night at the foul line boosted the rookie's point total. With the number of guards on the Bucks' roster, Burries may struggle to get rotation minutes early on. However, the franchise is invested in him, which likely means more playing time in the second half of the season if Milwaukee isn't in contention for a postseason spot. |
Ousmane Dieng Ousmane Dieng records double-double vs. Chicago
Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 5:37 PM
Ousmane Dieng recorded 10 points (4-of-12 FGs), 11 rebounds, four assists, one block and two three-pointers in Wednesday's exhibition against the Bulls.
Analysis: Dieng was one of the Bucks whose role expanded considerably on Wednesday as multiple key players sat out. He capitalized on the opportunity, recording a double-double in 27 minutes. However, Dieng also committed four turnovers. Dieng showed flashes of solid fantasy value last season, but that was under a different head coach and on an injury-depleted roster. He's worth rostering in dynasty leagues, but Dieng isn't worth the risk in redraft leagues. |
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Xavier Cooks Nate Ament (ankle) expected to play Opening Night
Wed, Oct 14, 2026, 2:36 PM
Cameron Ezeir
Bucks head coach Taylor Jenkins said on Wednesday that Nate Ament (ankle) is progressing in his recovery and is expected to be available for the team's season opener.
Analysis: Ament, the 13th overall pick in June's draft, sprained his left ankle during the Bucks' October 7 exhibition against the Thunder. He's missed out on valuable game reps, but the rookie is making good progress in his recovery. Ament is expected to be back in time for the Bucks' season opener on October 21 against the Wizards. While he's a must-roster player in dynasty leagues, Ament should not be rostered in most redraft leagues. |
Myles Turner Myles Turner blocks five shots vs. Charlotte
Sun, Oct 11, 2026, 3:51 PM
Myles Turner tallied five points (2-of-7 FGs), two rebounds, one steal and five blocks in Sunday's exhibition against the Hornets.
Analysis: While Turner didn't offer much offensively, he blocked five shots before fouling out. Last season, the Bucks' center had six games with at least five blocks. The issue, whether in fantasy value or ârealâ value, was Turner's lackluster rebounding. He's never been elite there, but the Bucks (and fantasy managers) need more than two rebounds from him in 24 minutes. |
Tyler Herro Tyler Herro leads Bucks with 18 points Sunday
Sun, Oct 11, 2026, 3:47 PM
Tyler Herro recorded 18 points (6-of-13 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists and three three-pointers in Sunday's exhibition against the Hornets.
Analysis: Leading four Bucks in double figures with 18 points, Herro has taken on more playmaking responsibilities this preseason. However, that hasn't led to a significant increase in assist production. Through two games, Herro has recorded five assists, so fantasy managers may not want to expect too much of a jump in that category once the regular season begins. That said, he should be Milwaukee's first scoring option, so there's little need to worry about Herro's assists. |
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Xavier Cooks Brayden Burries scores 16 points vs. Oklahoma City
Wed, Oct 7, 2026, 4:49 PM
Brayden Burries recorded 16 points (5-of-13 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, one assist and two steals in Wednesday's exhibition against the Thunder.
Analysis: The Bucks did not play multiple veteran guards, including Kevin Porter Jr. and Gary Trent Jr. on Wednesday. As a result, experienced an uptick in playing time after logging 16 minutes in his preseason debut against the Timberwolves. The lottery pick out of Arizona missed all four of his three-point attempts, but he was active defensively and shot over 50 percent from two. Given the number of guards on the Bucks' roster, Burries may not offer much value in redraft leagues early on. However, as the Eastern Conference gets stronger and the Bucks no longer have Giannis Antetokounmpo, the rookie's value could increase later in the season. |
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Myles Turner Myles Turner scores 19 points in 22 minutes
Wed, Oct 7, 2026, 4:48 PM
Myles Turner accounted for 19 points (5-of-8 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers in Wednesday's exhibition against the Thunder.
Analysis: After an underwhelming showing in Milwaukee's preseason lid-lifter on Monday, Turner was more productive against the Thunder. A change to the Bucks' lineup may have helped, as Kel'el Ware replaced Kyle Kuzma. Having a legitimate rebounder on the court helped free up Turner, who shot over 50 percent from the field and recorded three âstocks.â Milwaukee's starting five isn't finalized, but sharing the court with another big could help Turner rebound from his disappointing 2025-26 campaign. |
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Xavier Cooks Nate Ament (ankle) done after 10 minutes vs. OKC
Wed, Oct 7, 2026, 3:40 PM
Jim Owczarski
Nate Ament (ankle) tallied three points (1-of-7 FGs, 1-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in Wednesday's exhibition against the Thunder.
Analysis: Ament, the 13th overall pick in this past summer's draft, has come off the bench in each of Milwaukee's first two exhibitions. Unfortunately, he logged only 10 minutes on Wednesday after suffering a sprained left ankle late in the second quarter. Ament stayed in the game, attempted his free throws, and finished the half, but the team ruled him out at the break. His value in redraft leagues this season appears limited because of the veterans ahead of him, but Ament should be rostered in all dynasty leagues. |
Ryan Rollins Ryan Rollins scores 15 points before fouling out
Mon, Oct 5, 2026, 5:02 PM
Ryan Rollins notched 15 points (6-of-12 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in Monday's exhibition against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Rollins' defensive aggression helped Milwaukee hold Minnesota's reserves to 21 points in the third quarter. However, that also contributed to him fouling out in 14 minutes of play. Rollins averaged 2.6 fouls per game during his breakout 2025-26 season, so there should not be any concern coming out of Monday's game. In fact, the biggest takeaway is that he started with Kevin Porter Jr. (seven points, three rebounds, and two assists) coming off the bench. The question is whether head coach Taylor Jenkins will stick with this lineup or give KPJ opportunities to make the starting point guard job his own. If Rollins starts, he'll have the opportunity to show that last season wasn't a fluke. |
Jaime Jaquez Jr. Jaime Jaquez Jr. starts, plays 18 minutes vs. MIN
Mon, Oct 5, 2026, 4:58 PM
Jaime Jaquez Jr. recorded five points (2-of-7 FGs), one rebound, one assist and one three-pointer in Monday's exhibition against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: After finishing second in NBA Sixth Man of the Year voting last season, the move from Miami to Milwaukee could propel Jaquez into a starting role. He was with the starters in Monday's preseason opener, logging 18 minutes. His usage rate was third among Bucks starters behind Ryan Rollins and Tyler Herro, suggesting Jaquez should get supplementary playmaking opportunities. While the production wasn't great, remaining a starter would improve his fantasy outlook and make Jaime a must-draft player. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro scores 11 points in Bucks debut
Mon, Oct 5, 2026, 4:54 PM
Tyler Herro accounted for 11 points (3-of-9 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, three assists and two three-pointers in Monday's exhibition against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Playing in a Bucks uniform for the first time, Herro logged 19 minutes and was one of four players in double figures for the home team. He took nine shots, second-most among Bucks starters, with only Ryan Rollins taking more (12). Milwaukee's backcourt is crowded right now, but that shouldn't be a major issue for Herro. If he's one of the offensive focal points, Herro is a safe bet to bounce back from an injury-riddled 2025-26. |
Kevin Porter Jr. Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) feels 100 percent
Mon, Sep 28, 2026, 8:07 AM
Jim Owczarski
Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) said he feels 100 percent after two knee procedures this summer.
Analysis: While Porter was a surprisingly valuable player for fantasy managers last season, he played only 38 games before being shut down in late March. The good news is that Porter will go into training camp at full strength. However, with Milwaukee adding multiple guards to their roster, including Tyler Herro and lottery pick Brayden Burries, KPJ's fantasy ceiling likely took a hit. He should be drafted, especially with Giannis Antetokounmpo no longer in the fold, but managers will need to keep their expectations for Porter in check. |
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Xavier Cooks Malique Lewis, Cairns Taipans agree to contract
Tue, Aug 25, 2026, 2:41 AM
Cairns Taipans
Malique Lewis has agreed to a two-year deal with the Cairns Taipans of Australia's NBL.
Analysis: The 60th pick in June's draft, Lewis spent the last two seasons with the South East Melbourne Phoenix. Last season, he shot nearly 39 percent from three and averaged 6.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.2 steals per game. Whether they were considering signing Lewis to a two-way or standard contract, the Bucks now have another roster spot to work with as they finalize their roster thanks to his decision to remain overseas. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro not worried about contract extension
Sun, Aug 9, 2026, 4:09 AM
Associated Press
Tyler Herro said at his youth basketball camp on Saturday that he is not worried about a potential contract extension as he enters his first season with the Bucks.
Analysis: Herro was the biggest piece included in the trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami earlier this summer. Coming off a 2025-26 season in which injuries limited him to 33 games, there should be no lack of motivation for Herro as he returns to his home state. Regarding his contract, Herro is going into the final season of his current deal, but there's no concern about getting an extension done anytime soon. âI'm not really worried about it right now,â Herro said on Saturday. âIt's a new slate for me, for the coaches, really for the organization as a whole. I don't think that needs to be a burden over anyone's shoulders.â Multiple guards on the Bucks roster will be given every opportunity to contribute, including Ryan Rollins, Kevin Porter Jr., Gary Trent Jr. and lottery pick Brayden Burries. When healthy, Herro can offer excellent fantasy value, especially if he is one of Milwaukee's offensive focal points. |
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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. |
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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