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Warriors Fans Respond to Damian Lillard Rumors After Bucks Release
Warriors Fans Respond to Damian Lillard Rumors After Bucks Release originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Every NBA offseason comes with its fair share of surprise rumors and bold moves, and this one's already heating up fast. Teams across the league are doing everything they can to strengthen their rosters for a big run next season and the Golden State Warriors are right in the mix. Advertisement Fresh off the shocking news that Damian Lillard is suddenly back on the market after his stint with the Bucks came to an unexpected end, word is now swirling that the Warriors might be eyeing the nine-time All-Star. Could the Bay Area be Dame's next stop? It has definitely got people talking. According to ESPN's Marc Spears, the Warriors have an interest in the 34-year-old. Lillard's future is one of those stories that has everyone leaning in right now especially after how things went down with the Bucks. The report on X garnered some interesting views from the Warriors' fans. Let's take a look at what they have to say. One fan said, "GIVE ME GIANNIS PLEASE" Advertisement Another fan added, "I wish this would happen but sadly not" "great two guards that can shoot and play zero defense"- commented a fan with a brutal reality check on the situation. Another fan with a more realistic approach to the situation said, "Literally would never happen btw" "They ain't doing nothing"- added a fan "Dame won't play for the entire year bro, better off getting some decent role players and a center!"- from a concerned fan. He tore his Achilles during Milwaukee's playoff run, which was brutal enough, but then the Bucks waived him and stretched his $113 million contract so they could sign Myles Turner instead. Now, Dame's expected to miss the entire 2025-26 season while he recovers. Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard reacts after making a McLoone-Imagn Images For Warriors fans, the idea of bringing Lillard back home to the Bay is a pretty sweet thought — pairing him up with Steph Curry would be a dream for anyone who loves seeing jaw-dropping shooting nights. But when you look closer, there's a lot to weigh. Advertisement By the time Dame's ready to go, he'll be 36, and Steph will be 38. That's two undersized, aging guards trying to run the show. Plus, an Achilles tear is no joke, especially at this stage in his career. It makes you wonder: how much of vintage Dame could we really see again? Related: Damian Lillard 'Blindsided' By Bucks Decision This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 2, 2025, where it first appeared.
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New Damian Lillard Speculation Emerges After Release From Bucks
New Damian Lillard Speculation Emerges After Release From Bucks originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The basketball world woke up on Tuesday to Damian Lillard's sudden availability, with the Milwaukee Bucks officially waiving Lillard and electing to stretch the remaining $113 million on his contract, moves designed to clear space for the newly acquired Myles Turner on a four‑year, $107 million deal. Advertisement Lillard's departure arrives on the heels of a torn left Achilles tendon suffered in April during Game 4 of Milwaukee's first‑round playoff series against the Indiana Pacers, an injury that was originally expected to sideline him for the majority (if not entirety) of the 2025‑26 season. Yet, late Tuesday, veteran reporter Marc Spears dropped a note that reshapes the narrative: sources close to Lillard believe he could be ready to resume game action as early as the NBA's 2026 All‑Star break, roughly mid‑February. "So if he signs with a team, it may well be a two-year deal," Spears said. "Which gives him a very economical deal for that team, but also allows him to do a two-year kind of tryout, see how it is, see if this is a place he could be long-term." That timetable is significantly earlier than the season‑long recovery most projected, and it immediately alters both Lillard's free‑agency appeal and the bidding landscape. Advertisement If he actually returns in February, contending teams might be willing to offer more, viewing him as a half‑season rental with postseason upside. Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) defends during game two of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images With Lillard's timeline now pegged to February 2026, several franchises emerge as logical suitors, including the Miami Heat, Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs. The Heat have routinely been mentioned as heavy hitters in free‑agency chatter. Per Tim Reynolds, Miami is "no surprise" among teams expected to express interest in Lillard's services, thanks to their culture, cap flexibility and desire for another go‑to scorer in the East. Houston, meanwhile, still sits just below the apron after trading for Kevin Durant and signing Dorian Finney‑Smith and Clint Capela, making the Rockets another viable option. Advertisement Other teams like the Phoenix Suns or Los Angeles Clippers could also circle, although cap constraints and roster construction might limit their pursuit. Related: Warriors Turn Heads With Steph Curry Post on Monday Related: Ben Simmons Update Announced After Clippers Issue Big Demand This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 2, 2025, where it first appeared.
