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After the first six games of the season, Milwaukee remains the only unbeaten team in the NBA.  This hot start has been accomplished without Middleton and Connaughton.  This is an exciting start to the season and shows that Milwaukee has a well-balanced, complete team.  However, at some point, the Bucks hope to be at full strength sooner rather than later.  The NBA schedule is grueling and it will take all hands on deck to bring home another championship to Milwaukee. Situational basketball can make or break a team late in games.  As the NBA season progresses Milwaukee will need to…

As the Milwaukee Bucks ramp up for their season opener Thursday, fans have been hit with more injury news.  Pat Connaughton missed the final two preseason games due to calf soreness. Following an MRI, Connaughton suffered a right calf strain.  The cause of the injury is unknown but it appears the Bucks will be without Connaughton and Middleton for the first few weeks of the season. https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1581657615305650177 Who do the Bucks turn to? Connaughton and Middleton are both pivotal to the Bucks success.  Providing both injuries keep these players sidelined for roughly three weeks, that totals nine games.  These injuries…

The Utah Jazz are in full rebuild mode.  This means Jordan Clarkson is the next likely candidate to be moved via trade.  There are many teams calling for the asking price of Clarkson’s services.  The Milwaukee Bucks have been active searching for the final missing piece to get them back to the championship.  Recently, multiple media outlets have reported that Milwaukee is “out” on making a deal with Utah for Clarkson. https://twitter.com/TheNBACentral/status/1575460110092177409 Why did the deal fail? Initial reports are the deal couldn’t be reached because Utah would have to take George Hill back in any trade scenario.  This has…

NBA media days and training camps just started around the league.  There’s still plenty of time for teams to make moves bolstering their roster before the season.  Jae Crowder’s name has been the center of many talks for NBA teams and fans recently.  Crowder requested to skip training camp as the Phoenix Suns search for a trade candidate. Crowder himself took to Twitter to let his feelings be known. https://twitter.com/CJC9BOSS/status/1574154769970634752 Additionally, Crowder clapped back at StatMuse that involved some statistics of current Bucks star guard, Jrue Holiday. https://twitter.com/CJC9BOSS/status/1571972477042974724 During the course of the 2021-22 season, Crowder saw his role diminish…

Jordan Nwora’s future in Milwaukee seemed to be in limbo since the beginning of free agency.  Today, the two sides came to an agreement on a 2-year $6.2 million deal first reported by Adrian Wojnarowski. https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1574131143678492676 Jordan Nwora has been a serviceable scorer off the bench when his number is called upon.  In his sophomore season, Nwora was available for 62 games and started 13 of those games.  The starts certainly inflate his numbers averaging 7.9 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.0 assist. Nwora’s Season Outlook For Nwora to achieve the numbers from a season ago, the Bucks would likely have…

The NBA released the schedule for each team on Wednesday, August 17th.  This moment is exciting for each fan base as they get a glimpse at what their team will face in the upcoming season.  Much like the NFL, the NBA has a 5 game preseason schedule.  Please, don’t put much stock in the preseason.  These are essentially more structured pickup games allowing players to get shots up against someone other than their teammates.  Let’s take a look at some noteworthy games and dates on the Bucks’ schedule. Season Opener – October 20th Milwaukee will start on the road against…

It’s clear, the Utah Jazz could be headed toward a rebuild.  In early July, the Jazz traded Rudy Gobert to the Minnesota Timberwolves for a haul of players and picks.  Shortly after the Gobert trade, Donovan Mitchell trade rumors started flying.  Long time Celtics executive, Danny Ainge is now calling the shots in Utah.  Ainge has a history of being tough to deal with and not accepting less than what he feels a player is worth.  If the Jazz begin the rebuild this year, Milwaukee should call to inquire about two  players on the Jazz roster.  Here are a couple…

When you think Wisconsin and Heisman trophy, many will immediately think, Ron Dayne.  However, Wisconsin has had two Heisman trophy winners.  Alan Ameche also won the Heisman and did it 45 years earlier than Ron Dayne.  Ameche is also one of two fullbacks to win the award.  Numerous Wisconsin running backs have been in the conversation for the Heisman but few have cracked the top four.  Nevertheless, John Heisman, whom the Heisman trophy is named after, will lay in Wisconsin for the rest of eternity. Who is John Heisman? John Heisman was born in 1869 by parents who at the…

The 2005 draft was headlined by Alex Smith being selected first overall.  After Smith, thee of the next four picks were running backs.  Clearly times have changed.  Amid all that, Green Bay Packer fans wouldn’t change all the drama Aaron Rodgers has caused given his draft position.  Not only that, he’s brought the organization a Super Bowl. Under Contract At the start of the 2022-23 season, Aaron Rodgers is the only remaining player from the 2005 Draft class under contract.  Rodgers just signed a 3 year $150 million deal keeping him in Green Bay through the 2024 season.  Not only…

The time is yours Bucks fans. The Milwaukee Bucks released their first round of the Fan Choice Awards from the 2021-22 season. This round features Bobby Portis Reactions and Best Block. The voting is easy and you have the opportunity to win free Bucks swag. Where to vote? Fans can head to https://www.nba.com/bucks/fans/fan-choice to vote for their favorite moments.  Once you’ve voted, you are able to see the leading vote getter in each category.  Which moments are your favorites? It’s possible that you and many other fans agree on the top moments in each category. What could you win for…