During a September 5th meeting when the Portland Trail Blazers made it clear a trade with the Miami Heat was unlikely, Damian Lillard asked to rescind his trade request to remain with the franchise. Joe Cronin responded by saying to Lillard that there was no coming back. Sources tell Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report that "Lillard was shocked." Lillard began showing up to work … [Read more...] about Blazers Rejected Damian Lillard’s Ask To Rescind Trade Request
NBA Intervened To Improve Communication Between Blazers, Damian Lillard’s Camp
The situation between Damian Lillard's camp and the Portland Trail Blazers became so contentious during the month of September that the NBA league office intervened. A Zoom meeting was organized by the NBA on Sept. 23rd with league officials, Joe Cronin, Damian Lillard, Aaron Goodwin and NBPA general counsel Ron Klempner attending. The meeting was scheduled with the purpose of … [Read more...] about NBA Intervened To Improve Communication Between Blazers, Damian Lillard’s Camp
Bucks Did Not Consult Giannis Antetokounmpo Before Making Damian Lillard Trade
The Milwaukee Bucks did not approach Giannis Antetokounmpo before they moved forward with their trade of Jrue Holiday for Damian Lillard. "Directly, he literally played no role," said Adrian Wojnarowski. "In fact, Jon Horst did not bring this trade idea or sign off on it to Giannis Antetokounmpo because Jrue Holiday was involved. And the relationship there and the reverence … [Read more...] about Bucks Did Not Consult Giannis Antetokounmpo Before Making Damian Lillard Trade
Bucks Move Up To Become Betting Favorite To Win 2024 NBA Championship
The Milwaukee Bucks have been moved by oddsmakers as the team with the best chance to win the 2024 NBA championship at +400 following their trade for Damian Lillard. The Denver Nuggets rank second at +475, followed by the Boston Celtics at +500 and Phoenix Suns at +650. … [Read more...] about Bucks Move Up To Become Betting Favorite To Win 2024 NBA Championship
Mavs, Sixers, Bucks Have Registered Interest In Buddy Hield
The Dallas Mavericks, Philadelphia 76ers, and Milwaukee Bucks are among teams that have registered recent interest in Buddy Hield, according to Shams Charania. "The Lakers were long rumored for Buddy Hield. You look at teams like Dallas, Philly, Milwaukee. Those are the types of teams that could definitely use a shooter like Buddy Hield, and they've had a level of interest in … [Read more...] about Mavs, Sixers, Bucks Have Registered Interest In Buddy Hield