Appearing on the Knuckleheads podcast (video link), Bucks guard Damian Lillard said he and Giannis Antetokounmpo need to be able to communicate openly on the court to reach a championship level. “Me and him got to be able to hold each other accountable, and that don’t mean yelling at each other all the time,” Lillard explained. “It just means, like, I got to be able to say … [Read more...] about Damian Lillard Talks About Communication With Giannis Antetokounmpo
Gary Trent Jr. Impresses With Defense; Khris Middleton To Miss Another Game
The Bucks were impressed by Gary Trent Jr.‘s defensive effort in his debut with the team, according to Eric Nehm of The Athletic. Trent was used as the primary defender on Tyrese Maxey, who had to carry the offense for the short-handed Sixers. “It’s hard guarding one of the quickest players in the NBA, full court, always being in front, navigating screens, putting your body on … [Read more...] about Gary Trent Jr. Impresses With Defense; Khris Middleton To Miss Another Game
Trade Rumors: Kuminga, Nets, Sixers, Murphy, Springer, Tucker
Jonathan Kuminga was believed to be seeking a maximum-salary or near-max contract ahead of Monday’s rookie scale extension deadline, which is why he and the Warriors didn’t agree to terms on a deal, Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report said today on the B/R App. However, Fischer believes Golden State will be comfortable paying Kuminga big money if he shows this season that his … [Read more...] about Trade Rumors: Kuminga, Nets, Sixers, Murphy, Springer, Tucker
Wizards, Bucks, Wolves Among Teams Exploring Roster-Trimming Trades
With teams finalizing rosters ahead of Monday’s cut-down deadline, there could be a flurry of activity from teams exploring avenues to keep players on crowded rosters. According to Spotrac’s Keith Smith (Twitter link), several luxury tax teams are exploring moving off salary in an effort to keep other players they like. While the Wizards aren’t a luxury tax team, they’re one of … [Read more...] about Wizards, Bucks, Wolves Among Teams Exploring Roster-Trimming Trades
Central Notes: Lillard, Nembhard, Thompson
Bucks All-Star point guard Damian Lillard is gearing up for his second season in Milwaukee, writes Eric Nehm of The Athletic. The 6’2″ vet had a disappointing start to his tenure with the team in 2023/24. The 34-year-old, on the cusp of his 13th season officially tipping off Wednesday, reflected on his reputation around the league and spoke about how winning a title alongside … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Lillard, Nembhard, Thompson