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Forbes
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Forbes
7 Point Guards The Milwaukee Bucks Should Target In Free Agency
The Milwaukee Bucks will need to dip into the free agent pool this offseason if they want to stay competitive around Giannis Antetokounmpo in 2025–26. With Damian Lillard expected to miss most—if not all—of next season due to an Achilles injury, and Kevin Porter Jr. likely to decline his player option, Milwaukee is staring at a point guard rotation that's completely empty. The good news is the Bucks have a few tools at their disposal this summer that weren't available in years past. They hold a $14.1 million non-taxpayer midlevel exception and a $5.1 million biannual exception, which they can use to bring back their own free agents or go shopping for new talent. Most of the midlevel exception should be earmarked to retain Gary Trent Jr., but the biannual could come in handy—especially if they keep their spending in check with Brook Lopez and Bobby Portis. With that in mind, here are seven affordable free agent point guards the Bucks should target this offseason. Tyus Jones might not make many highlight reels, but he's a steady hand at the wheel. He took a discount to play with the Phoenix Suns last year and could do the same to come (close to) home—he's a Minnesota native. Jones protects the ball, knocks down open threes, and makes smart decisions. Defensively, he's a target due to his size, and opponents will likely go after him in the playoffs. But during the grind of the regular season, he should hold up just fine. At 6-foot-5 and 215 pounds, Dinwiddie brings size to the position—something that could benefit the Bucks if Doc Rivers wants to experiment with more switching defensively. Dinwiddie's best days are behind him, but he still averaged 11 points per game with the Mavericks last season and can create his own shot when needed. He's also a better table-setter than Jones when it comes to creating for others. Monte Morris has been quiet the last two seasons, which could work in Milwaukee's favor if it drives his price down. At his best, Morris is a reliable tertiary playmaker with a smooth midrange game. The Bucks would be banking on him rediscovering his Denver Nuggets form from 2020–2022. Exum never lived up to his top-five draft billing, but he's carved out a second act as a versatile bench contributor. He has the size to play multiple guard spots and could give the Bucks lineup flexibility. He's not flashy, but he's proven he can stay on the floor and make an impact. Lowry is no longer the bulldog he once was, but he could bring veteran leadership, steady hands, and 15 smart minutes per night. He knows how to manage a game, keep teammates organized, and play within his limitations. If the Bucks want to take a flyer, Fultz fits the mold. The former No. 1 pick has battled injuries for most of his career and appeared in only 21 games last season. Still, when healthy, he can flash explosive playmaking ability and would bring a different dynamic to the rotation. Carter found out the hard way that the grass isn't always greener. After a breakout season with the Bucks in 2022–23, he signed a bigger deal with Chicago—only to see his minutes and production drop off. A reunion could make sense if he's willing to return in a depth role. He wouldn't be a regular rotation lock, but he knows the franchise and could step in when needed.
Newsweek
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Watch Bucks vs Pacers Game 5: Live Stream NBA Playoffs, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Game 5 of the first-round NBA Playoff series between the Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers is set to take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Tuesday, with the Pacers looking to close out the series at home. Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers drives to the basket against Gary Trent Jr. #5 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter in Game Four of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs... Tyrese Haliburton #0 of the Indiana Pacers drives to the basket against Gary Trent Jr. #5 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter in Game Four of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Fiserv Forum on April 27, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. More Photo byHow to Watch Bucks at Pacers, Game 5: When: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM ET Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse TV Channel: NBA TV, FDSN Wisconsin/FDSN Indiana Live Stream: Fubo (Try for free!) The Bucks trailed 2-1 in the series but remained hopeful that a dose of health would improve their chances for a comeback. In a cruel twist of fate, Damian Lillard's return from a blood clot issue lasted just a short time, resulting in a torn Achilles six minutes into Game 4. The Bucks lost that game by 26 (129-103), despite another monster performance from Giannis Antetokounmpo, who scored 28 points with 15 rebounds and six assists. Kevin Porter Jr. added 23 points, six assists, and two steals off the bench and figures to start in place of Lillard in Game 5. Indiana was paced by another solid team effort in Game 4, with eight different players scoring in double figures, and of the 12 players who played, nobody posted a negative plus-minus. Myles Turner led the team in scoring with 23 points and four blocks, with Andrew Nembhard adding 20 points. Tyrese Haliburton flirted with a triple-double, scoring 17 points with eight rebounds and 15 assists. Can Indiana close out the series tonight and book a spot in the second round, or will the Bucks force a Game 6? Tune in and find out on Tuesday. Live stream Bucks at Pacers on Fubo: Start your subscription now! Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
