Author: tylercarl03

The NBA playoffs bring a whole new level of intensity and excitement.  That intensity was on full display in game 1 of the first round against a conference rival Bulls squad.  Milwaukee traded baskets down the stretch before pulling away late in the fourth quarter for a seven point victory. The Good To start the game, Milwaukee rushed to a large lead.  The team looked rested, energized and locked in to competing on both ends of the floor.  The Bucks took an eight point lead into halftime and only allowing Chicago to score 43 points in the half. Giannis was…

Wisconsin high school basketball hasn’t screamed elite talent on a consistent basis.  There have been plenty of great players in the NBA who are from Wisconsin, but until recently, those players have been years apart.  In the last three NBA drafts, a Wisconsin born player has been drafted.  Not only have they been drafted but they have been first round selections.  With the NBA playoffs kicking off, let’s take a look at the Wisconsin born players hitting the big stage. Jalen Johnson – Atlanta Hawks The Nicolet High School product elected the prep school route attending IMG Academy for his…

Less than 24 hours from releasing DeAndre’ Bembry, the Milwaukee Bucks sign forward Rayjon Tucker.  Tucker is signing a multiyear contract out of the Bucks G League affiliate Wisconsin Herd.  News was first reported by Shams Charania from the Athletic. https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1512424367816429579 Tucker’s Herd Production This season, Tucker appeared in 40 games for the Wisconsin Herd where he produced a well rounded stat line.  Tucker averaged 19.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 1.3 assists in 33 minutes per game.  The Wisconsin Herd struggled this season only mustering 8 wins to 24 losses.  Rayjon was one of the bright spots throughout…

As teams look forward to their potential NBA playoff matchup, there’s one challenge that few people are talking about. As the pandemic seems to have come to an end, players who are unvaccinated can now play in every US city. Canada on the other hand, still requires players to be vaccinated. Will this element change the way teams approach their final few games? NBA Teams Affected Boston Celtics The Celtics most recent trip to Toronto didn’t shed any light into their vaccination status. Boston’s two stars, Tatum and Brown didn’t play due to injury.  However, the first meeting between these…

The Milwaukee Bucks are making roster moves ahead of the grueling post season. Milwaukee is waiving forward DeAndre’ Bembry following his recent season-ending knee surgery. Bembry was signed by Milwaukee February 16th and a month later tore his ACL and MCL. https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1512074583783792662 Bembry in Milwaukee While with the Bucks, Bembry only appeared in eight total games. The limited amount of games didn’t allow Bembry to put up any significant production. The limited production and season-ending injury made for an easy decision to waive Bembry.  DeAndre’s contract was team friendly at 1.5 million dollars. Open Roster Spot When Milwaukee waived Bembry…

Every year during the NCAA Final Four, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame inductees are announced.  Among the names on the list is former Milwaukee Bucks head coach, George Karl.  News of Karl’s induction was first reported by Shams Charania of the Athletic. https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1509658271535144961 Karl’s Resume Over a 27 year career, Karl racked up 1,175 wins with six different teams.  1,175 wins puts Karl as the sixth-winningest head coach in NBA history.  Coach Karl won NBA coach of the month 12 times in his long career and finally claimed Coach of the Year honors in 2013.  Though Coach Karl never…

At the beginning of the season, Milwaukee and Brooklyn had the best odds to represent the eastern conference in the NBA Finals. Fast forward to the end of the season and Milwaukee sits in second while Brooklyn is eighth.  Still today, Vegas has the Nets favored to win the east. Kyrie Irving’s vaccine decision, combined with Kevin Durant’s injury, saw Brooklyn drop drastically in the standings. The duo will find themselves in the play in game but what else is at stake in tonight’s game? Holding your Seed As the playoffs loom, teams look to find a way to make…

The final NBA MVP poll has been conducted before the end of the regular season. To no ones surprise, reigning MVP Nikola Jokic sits atop the poll, followed by Embiid.  Giannis rounds out the top three while only receiving nine first place votes. I don’t like this any more than the next Buck fan but this should be a two horse race between Giannis and Jokic. Jokic There is no denying, Jokic is a stat monster. Jokic is arguably the most skilled big man in the NBA with his 19 triple-doubles leading the league. But what about winning? Doesn’t that…

The Eastern Conference race is the tightest it’s been in a long time. With only eight games remaining, the top four seeds are separated by one game. As teams finish their regular season, eyes will be on Brooklyn to see where they finish. The top teams will likely want to avoid the dangerous Nets team in the first round. The matchup between the 76ers and Bucks tonight has major playoff implications and positioning to try and avoid the aforementioned Nets team. Previous Matchups On the season, Milwaukee and Philadelphia have split the two games they’ve played. Milwaukee won the first…

The quarterback carousel continues in the NFL and today is no different.  Former NFL MVP, Matt Ryan has been traded from Atlanta to Indianapolis for a 2022 third round pick.  The Colts were able to use the trade of Carson Wentz to be able to acquire the future Hall of Fame quarterback. https://twitter.com/MySportsUpdate/status/1505966225117097984 Indianapolis itself, has been a quarterback carousel.  Matt Ryan will be the fifth different starting quarterback in five seasons. https://twitter.com/MySportsUpdate/status/1505964478055206918 Colts Frustration Reports came out of Indianapolis that the organization was frustrated with Wentz’s lack of leadership.  With two games to go in the regular season, Indy…