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In a moment of surprising honesty, Milwaukee Bucks star Myles Turner revealed the chaos delivered by former head coach Doc Rivers during the 2025-26 season. That includes preferential treatment for franchise legend Giannis Antetokounmpo.

To the disappointment of Bucks fans, their favorite NBA team was a mess last season. Despite Damian Lillard rupturing his Achilles tendon last spring and spending a ton of money to cut ties with Turner after signing him in free agency, Milwaukee won just 32 games in 2025-26. It was their first sub-40 win in a decade.

Currently, Rivers is on the receiving end of his poor performance and was fired last month. Some NBA pundits have suggested that Antetokounmpo’s injury problems and the front office are largely to blame. However, new comments from Turner after his first season in Milwaukee suggest that taking Rivers out would make a big difference as he allowed extremely unprofessional conditions last season.

Myles Turner says Bucks teammates were late or missed practices and meetings all the time

During a new edition of their game recognize game Podcast with New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart, Turner’s co-host asked her about the penalty for the Bucks, as she often includes them on her current team.

In response, the 11-year veteran acknowledged that it varies between coaches, but “Doc Rivers never fined anybody.” He then revealed that teammates were late to practice and film sessions all the time and sometimes missed team meetings altogether.

“It was one of the craziest things I’ve ever personally experienced,” Turner said.

Turner also noted how bad his teammates were when it came to showing up for team flights. If the plane was supposed to depart at 2:00 pm, by the time everyone had arrived, it would have departed at least a few hours later. “I’m being very serious, brother. It was crazy,” Turner said.

This became so frequent that Turner deliberately did not appear until an hour after the flight’s departure. When Stewart asked who was the biggest culprit in terms of delays, Turner admitted it was 10-time All-Star Antetokounmpo.

He said, “Giannis will really play whenever he wants. I think it just comes with the territory.”

Obviously, this is a terrible look for the players, their professionalism and respect for their teammates’ time. But if Rivers isn’t holding them accountable, that’s not surprising. It is now up to new head coach Taylor Jenkins to set a new standard of professionalism and lead the Bucks back to competitive play next season.

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The New Day’s famous WWE run – featuring Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods – unexpectedly ended this weekend.

Over the past 12 years, The New Day has built a reputation as one of the greatest teams in WWE history. With Big E, Kingston and Woods won WWE tag team gold 12 times, including a 483-day reign as champions. Kingston and Big E had massive singles success while still together when they won the World Championship.

However, that era is officially over. According to reports from Fightful and BodySlam.net, both Kingston and Woods have “mutually decided to part ways with WWE.” This suggests that neither man’s contract had expired, and both of them may have requested their release from the company where they became future Hall of Famers.

Over the years, this pair’s level of relevance hasn’t been the same, and aside from the downside last year and their 12th title fight, the move makes sense for both sides. Being released leaves them free to do whatever they want outside the company, and letting them walk helps fuel rumors of WWE moving towards a younger roster.

Young Bucks vs New Day dream match in 2026?

Following their exit, the dream match wrestling fans have wanted for years is now a possibility: The New Day vs. The Young Bucks.

Long before AEW and while they were in NJPW, the Bucks and New Day had public moments together over their shared love of video games. However, because they were in rival promotions, no matches were even close to happening in recent years except for rumors of the Bucks joining WWE.

While reports have suggested that Tony Khan no longer wants to sign former WWE stars, it would be surprising if they are not brought to AEW. Signing a former WWE Champion and one of the greatest tag teams of all time so they can promote a big tag dream match seems too good to resist for die-hard wrestling fan Khan.

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As this terrible season ended for the Milwaukee Bucks, they made quick work of firing head coach Doc Rivers. Now, almost as quickly, they have named his replacement. The Bucks have agreed to terms with top head coach Taylor Jenkins on the market.

While Giannis Antetokounmpo is suggesting that his competitive fire is why he wants to return to the floor despite resistance from the Milwaukee Bucks, it seems like that may not be the real reason.

Drama has surrounded the Bucks for much of this season as trade rumors involving Antetokounmpo have never subsided as the team has been lackluster on the floor. Most people believed that things would calm down after he was not moved before the NBA trade deadline. Still this has not happened.

The situation has actually gotten worse as the Bucks look to find their way to a better selection in June’s NBA Draft. To make the best strategy, it would be best if Antetokounmpo sat out for the remainder of the season. This would be possible as he has battled illnesses throughout the season and suffered a severe left knee strain on March 15.

However, to the displeasure of the Bucks management, Giannis Antetokounmpo wants to get back on the field. His desire to compete and the team’s preference to sit him conflicted and led to an investigation by the NBA.

“Antetokounmpo rejected the Bucks’ request to shut down and told the team he planned to return when he felt healthy enough to play,” ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday. “On March 17, multiple sources said he pressed to play against the Jazz and told the team he believed he was healthy.

“The Bucks ruled him out, and their medical staff did not clear him to play. Antetokounmpo then told several people on the team that he expected to play later on the road trip (March 21 at Phoenix, March 23 at Los Angeles, March 25 at Portland), but he never returned to action.”

Did Giannis Antetokounmpo want to return to the Bucks because of Nike endorsement money?

Since then things have been at a standstill. While he is trying to get back on the court for their home final on Friday and is looking forward to being on the court with his brothers, Thanasis and Alex, maybe that is why he is not so eager to get back on the court.

Charania reports, “Multiple sources said the Bucks’ decision to bench Antetokounmpo earned him a significant bonus in his Nike endorsement contract, which would have been triggered if he played at least 41 games.”

It’s unclear how much he lost, but it wouldn’t be surprising if it was more than six figures. Considering how much he has struggled to stay healthy this season, it would make sense for him to simply sit out and help get Milwaukee into a better draft position. But perhaps a big payday has led Antetokounmpo to clash with team officials over a return this season.

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The Milwaukee Bucks visit the Portland Blazers on Wednesday night. Kyle Kuzma is on the injury report along with Bobby Portis, with both players listed as questionable. Kumza is dealing with a right Achilles injury, while Portis is dealing with a right wrist sprain after scoring 11 points and six rebounds in a 129-96 loss to the LA Clippers. With the Bucks shutting down Giannis Antetokounmpo for the season, here’s everything we know about Kyle Kuzma’s injury and his game status against the Blazers.

Injury status of Kyle Kumza, Bobby Portis

Bucks forward Kyle Kuzma has scored 10,000 career points, a milestone in his career, after last week’s 129-114 loss to the Phoenix Suns. Kuzma also finished with 20 points on 7-for-12 shooting, including three triples and two rebounds, in the Bucks’ 108–105 win against the Suns. However, the answer to whether or not Kyle Kuzma is playing tonight is probably yes.

Averaging 13.7 points and 6.4 rebounds on the season, Portis has stepped up amid the absence of Bucks All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo. He averaged 16.0 points on 50% shooting, including 46.7% from deep, and 6.0 rebounds throughout March.

Still, when the question comes up is Bobby Portis playing tonight against the Blazers, the answer is probably.

bucks injury report

Giannis Antetokounmpo – Out – Left knee; overextension; bone injury

Gary Harris – outside – left groin; Indigo

Kyle Kuzma – Questionable – Right Achilles; agony

Kevin Porter Jr. – Out – Right knee; synovitis

Bobby Portis Jr. – Questionable – Right wrist; Sprain

blazers injury report

Jeremy Grant – doubtful – left leg; agony

Wit Crazy – Suspicious – Left Calf; Indigo

Damian Lillard – Out – Left Achilles tendon; injury management

Shaddon Sharp – Outside – Left Fibula; stress response

Robert Williams III – Questionable – Left knee; injury management

The LA Clippers have been climbing up the Western Conference standings throughout the season after starting the year with a 6-21 record. Under the leadership of Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers have been able to reach .500 once again at 36–36 entering their final 10 games of the season.

The 2025–26 season has perhaps been the most impressive of Leonard’s career when taking into account the highest scoring of his career in addition to injuries and franchise-altering moves made by the team at the NBA trade deadline. Leonard has already been a leader for the Clippers due to his work ethic and incredible in-game performances, but everything that has happened so far has only heightened that.

“This group loves to play basketball,” Kawhi Leonard said when asked about his leadership style with this new-look Clippers team. “They love to be out there having fun and competing. And we’re not afraid of anybody. Even if they’re more talented or have a better record, we still want to go out and compete and try to take pride in being out there playing and being competitive.”

This season of the Clippers has seen allegations of salary cap manipulation, a season-ending injury to Bradley Beal, Chris Paul being sent home at midnight during a road trip, the trade of the Clippers’ longest-tenured teammates in James Harden and Ivica Zubac, the arrivals of Darius Garland, Benedict Mathurin and Isaiah Jackson, as well as a season-ending injury to Yannick Konan Niederhauser.

Through it all, the Clippers have been a bright spot, especially in their young players like Niederhauser, Kobe Sanders and Jordan Miller.

“There’s a lot of young guys or guys that are getting a lot of minutes in different roles this year that are moving forward. So we just have to tell them to enjoy the moment, but a lot of times when we’re frustrated or if the call isn’t going our way, at the end of the day it’s just basketball and it never goes your way. So just put one foot in front of the other and just play and enjoy.”

After some initial doubts about the Clippers’ ability to compete following the Harden and Zubac trades, Darius Garland quickly shut it down with his stellar play.

“It’s always good to have help,” Leonard said. “Darius is getting back in the lineup and being the star he has been in years past and coming in and still great for us, with 40 the other night, he’s getting the crowd going with his threes and passing and just his overall energy and, yes, looking forward to Ben coming back. But I think it’s a new challenge for everybody. Every year is different. And, yes, just try to come in and be competitive and just positive energy for everybody. Release.”

In 56 appearances this season, Kawhi Leonard is averaging a career-high 28.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 2.0 steals per game, while shooting 50.4 percent from the field, 38.5 percent from three and 90.1 percent from the free throw line.

Leonard has missed 16 of the Clippers’ 72 games this season, so he is only allowed to miss one more game before he will be ineligible for season-end NBA awards such as All-NBA teams and All-Defense teams.

Cam Thomas’ stock has fallen off a cliff, and the Milwaukee Bucks decided to remove the 24-year-old guard from the roster, ahead of Monday night’s matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. After waiving Thomas, the Bucks converted Pete Nance’s contract to a standard contract.

There’s no doubt that Thomas, who averaged 24 points per game two seasons ago, is a fantastic one-on-one scorer. But a lot of doubts have arisen over the years regarding their ability to function within a winning ecosystem. And the Bucks’ decision to cut him when they weren’t in a competitive position is telling of how Thomas is currently viewed.

According to Keith Smith of Spotrac, considering the timing of Thomas’ waiver, he will no longer be eligible to play in the 2026 NBA Playoffs. That’s because the Bucks waived the explosive scoring guard after the March 1 playoff eligibility waiver deadline. If an NBA team registers interest in him he is eligible to sign with an NBA team.

One would think that a team with nothing to lose could turn the odds in their favor. But both the teams with losing records, Brooklyn Nets and Milwaukee Bucks, left him, due to which a big crisis loomed in his career path.

Where does Cam Thomas go from here after being waived by the Bucks?

Thomas may function best in a system where his worst habits are reined in and his strengths are maximized. He’s a great shot-maker, and he can set up balls in a pinch. If there’s any team that can get the best out of Cam Thomas, it’s the Miami Heat.

The Heat rarely play on-ball screens, so they rely on creating space through quick movements and one-on-one play. And in Miami, Thomas will be forced to learn how to play defense and team basketball. Perhaps going there will revive his career.

Los Angeles Clippers and Milwaukee Bucks will face each other on Monday night. However, Kawhi Leonard is dealing with an ankle injury and is among the players listed on the injury report.

The Clippers are monitoring Leonard’s injury closely. Here’s everything we know about his status for tonight’s game vs. the Bucks.

Kawhi Leonard’s injury status vs. Bucks

According to the NBA injury report, Leonard is questionable to play Monday night due to a sprained left ankle.

The Clippers are 35-36 overall and in eighth place in the Western Conference standings. Meanwhile, the 29-41 Bucks are in 11th place in the Eastern Conference.

Monday’s game is expected to be competitive. However, Giannis Antetokounmpo is out for the Bucks due to injury. Leonard’s final injury status will certainly go a long way in determining the outcome of Monday’s game.

As far as the question of whether Kawhi Leonard is playing against the Bucks tonight, the answer is probably.

shear injury report

The Clippers have five players listed on Monday’s injury report.

• Kawhi Leonard (sprained left ankle): Questionable
• John Collins (left ankle sprain): Probable
• Bradley Beal (left hip fracture): Out
• Benedict Mathurin (recovering from right toe injury): Out
• Yannick Konan Niederhauser (right Lisfranc ligament rupture): out

bucks injury report

The Bucks also have five players on the injury report for the game.

• Gary Harris (left groin injury): probable
• Kyle Kuzma (right Achilles soreness): Questionable
• Giannis Antetokounmpo (left knee hyperextension bone injury): Out
• Kevin Porter Jr. (right knee synovitis): out
• Alex Antetokounmpo (G League Two-Way): Out

PHOENIX – Jalen Green wondered why he couldn’t take advantage in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s game between the Phoenix Suns and the Milwaukee Bucks.

Milwaukee consistently doubled Devin Booker throughout the game, and clear advantages did not emerge.

Normally, the ball will continue to swing and into the hands of the open shooter. However, it felt like the offense was a step slower than normal.

The Suns scored 23 points in the quarter and hit only three of their ten triples. In the process, Booker doubled up and didn’t have much of a chance to score, which left Green wondering why he didn’t take advantage of it.

“I just think (when) our main guy is doubling, I think we should be able to hit them,” Green said in the locker room postgame after the 108–105 loss. “Whenever a double (team) gets sent in, we have to be able to beat them and get what we want.”

Jalen Green told @DuaneRankin His ideas about the fourth quarter of the Sun.

“I just think (when) our main player is getting doubled, I think we should be able to hit them. Anytime a double (team) is sent in, we should be able to hit them and get whatever we want.” pic.twitter.com/i59xZOlM17

– Hayden Cilley (@HaydenCilley) 22 March 2026

Jalen Green wants Suns to take advantage of mismatches

In his response, Green referenced what the team has done all season: take advantage of mismatches. This has happened countless times where Booker will be doubled, or someone like Dillon Brooks, and the ball will continue to turn over.

This happened quickly during Saturday’s loss but was not as sustained as in previous games.

When asked what specifically the problem was, Green was unsure.

“I need to watch film, but I think whenever I see a double take with our team, the guys out there, we should be able to hit them,” Green explained. “We got shooters spaced out on the floor. I don’t really know specifically what it was. They’re trying to take our best player out in the fourth and the other 4 players on the court won’t allow it, won’t allow it, so we have to help.”

During the team’s dry spell, the Suns have suffered a string of injuries, with six players reporting before Saturday’s game. Green doesn’t see this as an excuse in any way.

He understands what his team needs to do, and he needs to make a small change to ‘beat’ more teams if they want to do what Milwaukee tried to do.

March is the month when legends are forged in college basketball’s brightest lights. For the Milwaukee Bucks, this is the best scouting ground. As the 2026 NCAA Tournament begins, the basketball world has its eyes on young developments that will soon impact the fate of NBA contenders. The atmosphere is electric, and the stakes are existential. For an NBA team looking to revitalize their rotation, this tournament is a high-stakes audition.

It’s a unique thing to see a kid carrying the weight of the campus on his shoulders while NBA scouts write notes in the shade. For the Bucks, it’s certainly about finding the missing pieces of a championship puzzle that’s starting to look a little frayed around the edges.

Cream City Rollercoaster

The 2025-26 season has been difficult and often disappointing for Milwaukee. The Bucks are in 11th place in the Eastern Conference with a 28-39 record. Despite the Herculean efforts of Giannis Antetokounmpo, who continues to put up MVP-caliber numbers, the supporting cast has struggled to maintain consistency. The defensive identity that once defined this team has slipped to 24th in the league. Similarly, crime has also often remained stable. It is ranked lowest in terms of points per game.

Under Doc Rivers, the Bucks have shown glimpses of their former talent. However, 8 defeats in their last 10 matches have underlined the dire need for change. The Fiserv forum crowd is restless. As the possibility of the postseason bubble bursting increases, the focus has naturally shifted toward the draft as the primary vehicle for redemption.

Missing Links of Deer District

Heading into the 2026 NBA Draft, Jon Horst and the Bucks front office should prioritize NBA-ready talent over raw, long-term projects. The roster is crying out for dynamic wing depth and a lead guard who can take the playmaking burden off Giannis. Milwaukee’s defensive rating is a clear red flag. That means they need prospects with high defensive IQ and the physical tools to switch to multiple positions.

The modern NBA demands versatility and shooting, two areas where the Bucks have looked dangerously weak. The Bucks must be surgical in their evaluation as they navigate a complicated pick-swap situation with the Pelicans and Hawks. They need to find players who can deliver strong performances from day one and provide the spark this aging center is sorely lacking.

Nate Ament, Tennessee

One name that every Bucks fan should write down on their bracket is Nate Ament out of Tennessee. Standing 6 feet 10 inches tall with a guard’s shooting touch, Ament represents the prototype of the modern NBA forward. After a rough start to his college career, Ament has absolutely exploded over the last two months of the season. He is adept at navigating in space and has developed a bad habit of making contacts. His staggering 7.5 free throw attempts per game recently prove this point.

For Milwaukee, Ament’s ability to stretch the floor and make timely cuts will be a godsend. His three-point percentage is also up. Additionally, his size will allow the Bucks to play big without compromising speed or shooting.

Kingston Flemings, Houston

If the Bucks are looking for a player who can turn a defensive stop into a fast-break highlight in the blink of an eye, Houston’s Kingston Flemings is that guy. Flemings is considered one of the fastest and most explosive athletes in this draft class. He’s a north-south blur who finishes above the rim with terrific authority. Playing under Kelvin Sampson, he has been molded into a defensive-first culture. That should make him a plug-and-play fit for a Milwaukee system that needs to rediscover its seriousness.

Flemings isn’t just a dunker either. Rather, he is a mid-range specialist who can also hit the long ball when the defense is weak. His ability to navigate passing lanes and stick to his man on the ball will provide an immediate upgrade to the Bucks’ perimeter defense.

Darrin Peterson, Kansas

Finally, we have to talk about Kansas’ Darin Peterson. The 6-6 scoring machine entered the year as the consensus number one overall prospect. Yes, his stock has fluctuated due to health concerns and Kansas’ late-season struggles. Still, his ceiling is as high as anyone else in the class. Peterson is perhaps the most polished offensive prospect to reach the college ranks in years. He simply has a scoring arsenal that allows him to get buckets from anywhere on the floor.

For a Bucks team that ranks 28th in scoring, adding a weapon like Peterson would be like adding high-octane fuel to a sputtering engine. There have been whispers about his intensity. However, there’s no better place to silence the critics than the NCAA Tournament. If Peterson puts in a dominant performance and shows that “Mamba mentality” scouts are looking for, he becomes the ultimate prize for a team like Milwaukee.

The Atlanta Hawks extended their winning streak to nine games with a victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday afternoon, a feat the franchise had not accomplished since the 2014–15 season.

Atlanta’s latest win continues the team’s lead through the Eastern Conference and is the franchise’s longest winning streak since the 2014–15 campaign, when the Hawks finished 60–22 and advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals. The current run has helped Atlanta gain momentum in the playoff race while solidifying its position in the middle of the conference standings.

CJ McCollum led the way offensively against Milwaukee and scored 30 points while adding three rebounds, two assists and a steal. The veteran guard had an efficient performance, shooting 10 of 18 from the field and 7 of 10 from three-point range, while converting 3 of 4 free throws in 27 minutes.

Jalen Johnson had one of the most complete performances of the night, recording a triple-double with 23 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds. Johnson made 10 of 20 shots from the field, including 2 of 5 from beyond the arc, and added one free throw in 35 minutes, as he helped control the tempo of the game on both ends of the floor.

Atlanta Hawks have won 9 games in a row 🔥

The longest active winning streak in the NBA and the franchise’s longest since the 2014–15 season. pic.twitter.com/BF1leJpc5N

– ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 14 March 2026

Nine straight wins have moved the Hawks closer to the Eastern Conference top six

The balanced effort highlighted Atlanta’s recent strong play, which has seen the team return to postseason contention. With the win, the Hawks improved to 36–31 on the season and moved closer to the Miami Heat (38–29), 2.5 games behind the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference standings.

Atlanta’s nine-game winning streak currently stands as the longest active streak in the NBA, underscoring the team’s momentum as the regular season enters its final stretch. The Hawks have benefited from improved offensive execution and consistent contributions throughout the roster during the streak.

The team will now look to build on its performance on Monday night when it hosts the Orlando Magic (37-28). The matchup, scheduled for 7:00 pm ET on Peacock and NBCSN, will serve as the final game of Atlanta’s five-game homestand and will have significant playoff implications as the Eastern Conference race tightens.

MIAMI – As the buzz around the Miami Heat is that Bam Adebayo made history Tuesday by scoring 83 points, the second-highest scoring game ever in the NBA, surpassing Kobe Bryant’s 81 points, there’s no doubt he made an impact. Whatever the effect of the social media discussion surrounding the “ethics” of the Heat captain’s 83-point night, it was felt during the team’s 112-105 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday.

The win over the Bucks is Miami’s seventh straight, the longest of the season for the team, and comes after Adebayo had a historic night against the Wizards on Tuesday. Adebayo was clearly and obviously gassed in the contest, though he still finished with 21 points and eight rebounds.

Erik Spoelstra called outing vs. Bucks “one of our more impressive wins”

However, Adebayo’s performance was “inspirational”, as said by head coach Erik Spoelstra, leading to a dominant win over Milwaukee led by a standout performance from Pelle Larsson, which included a career-high 28 points.

“I thought it was one of our most impressive wins of the season,” Spoelstra said. “Going into this, you want to make sure your emotional and mental batteries are recharged. But it’s quite natural that there are some things where you don’t get enough juice. And for what we talked about in our meeting and walk-through, we need some guys to step up, maybe bring some Motivators, you know, inspire motivators.”

Erik Spoelstra was asked about the Heat’s gutsy win, especially after an emotional game on Tuesday, and he talked about Pelle Larsson and Kaspars Jaksionis.

“I thought it was one of our most impressive wins of the season…they were both awesome…” #HeatNation pic.twitter.com/MukvJbWh6K

– Zachary Weinberger (@ZachWeinberger) 13 March 2026

Spoelstra would call it a “very good team win”, while acknowledging that Miami was not as “impressive offensively”, possibly due to Tuesday’s emotionally draining night. Still, the Heat would look to hold the Bucks defensively, although Giannis Antetokounmpo finished with 31 points.

Adebayo and the Heat look to get back on track and make things happen on Saturday night against the Orlando Magic.

It was back to regular programming for the Miami Heat on Thursday night, as Bam Adebayo recorded just 21 points in their 112-105 win over the Milwaukee Bucks after scoring the second-most points in a game (83 points) in association history. No one realistically expected Adebayo to reach such heights on Tuesday against the Washington Wizards, and the performance he delivered against the Bucks on this night far exceeds what is expected of him to perform on a nightly basis.

Undoubtedly, Adebayo is the talk of the town, because what he did against the Wizards was amazing and impossible to believe. And even though the Bucks lost, they poked a little fun at the fact that Adebayo scored 62 fewer points on Thursday than he did on Tuesday, which is a feat for a struggling Milwaukee team.

The official post on X after the Bucks’ loss read, “The Bombs did not score 83 points.”

What followed was a response from the Heat social media team, with the Bucks dropping the mic with a brutal response to Adebayo.

“Wasn’t needed…obviously…” the Heat’s response reads.

This was not needed… clearly… https://t.co/3zWswkYKjw

– Miami Heat (@MiamiHEAT) 13 March 2026

Heat still get win after Bam Adebayo comes back to earth

The true testament to the talent of the Heat culture is that there is a clear unselfishness that defines the team, especially with some of their key guys like Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins and Norman Powell all battling injuries.

On Thursday, it was Pelle Larsson who had the time of his life; Although he didn’t drop anything close to 83 points, he did score 28 points for himself, the best number of his career. The Heat continue to produce quality players left and right, the ultimate effect of their renowned culture.

The Miami Heat host the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday night at the Kasia Center in Miami. The Heat come into this game coming off of six consecutive wins, the latest being a huge 150-129 win that included a spectacular 83-point performance from Bam Adebayo.

Herro missed the last game due to a left quadriceps injury and once again found himself on the official injury report. However, Herro is hardly the only player the Heat will likely miss.

Rookie big man Kel’El Ware is questionable with a right shoulder strain, Nikola Jovic (lower back injury management), Norman Powell (right groin strain) and Andrew Wiggins (left toe sesamoiditis) are out with injuries. Terry Rozier is away from the team while Pelle Larsson is available despite left hip tightness.

For the Bucks, Kevin Porter Jr. is listed as questionable due to right knee synovitis, while Bobby Portis is also questionable due to a thoracic spine injury in his back. Center Jericho Sims is tagged questionable with right patella tendonitis, while Alex Antetokounmpo and Cormac Ryan are both out during G League two-way assignments.

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Tyler Herro’s injury status vs. Bucks

Herro’s availability after missing the last game as a precaution will be a game time decision. Herro has suffered several injury-related absences this season, but has been a vital offensive engine for Miami when available.

He averaged 22.1 points, 4.6 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game, while shooting an impressive 50.0% from the field and 40.2% from three-point range. However, injuries have limited Herro to just 20 games this season, and fans will be hoping that doesn’t prove to be the case.

Nonetheless, Miami comes into this game as a clear favorite. The Bucks currently rank 25th in the NBA in defensive rating, while also being near the bottom in the league in defending the three-point line.

Milwaukee allows the 29th most three-pointers made per game and ranks 28th in opponent three-point percentage, and Herro could have a field day if he ends up playing. The Bucks arrive in Miami coming off a 129-114 loss to the Phoenix Suns earlier this week. They are currently 27-37 for the season and will look to Giannis Antetokounmpo to set the pace once again.

heat injury report

Tyler Herro – Questionable (left quadriceps; soreness).

Kel’El Ware – Questionable (right shoulder; strain)

Andrew Wiggins – outside (left big toe; sesamoiditis)

Norman Powell – Out (right groin; strain)

Nikola Jovic – Out (Low Back; Injury Management)

Terry Rozier – Out (not with team)

Jahmir Young – Out (G League – Two-Way)

Pelle Larsson – Available (left hip; tightness)

bucks injury report

Kevin Porter Jr. – Questionable (right knee; synovitis)

Bobby Portis – questionable (thoracic spinal cord injury)

Jericho Sims – Questionable (right patella; tendonitis)

Alex Antetokounmpo – Out (G League – Two-Way)

Cormac Ryan – Out (G League – Two-Way)

The Phoenix Suns traveled to Fiserv Forum on Tuesday night to face the Milwaukee Bucks, who have won four of their last five games. This is despite the continued absence of both Grayson Allen and Dillon Brooks, with Phoenix relying on players like Devin Booker and Colin Gillespie to perform offensively in recent games.

Despite this, Allen sat out the Suns’ most recent game against Charlotte and once again found himself on the official injury list due to a right knee injury. He is listed as questionable along with Mark Williams and Brooks, who are both listed out.

The Bucks are a little better health-wise and are dealing with several absences, including Kevin Porter Jr.

Grayson Allen’s injury status vs. Bucks

Allen’s availability will be a game-time decision. The 30-year-old player has been a major contributor for the Suns this year, averaging 17.5 points, 3.0 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game. This makes him the third-highest scorer on the roster for Phoenix.

Early in the year, Allen exploded for a career-high 42 points and set a Suns franchise record with 10 three-pointers in a single game. He also became the fastest player in team history to make 100 threes in a season, doing so in just 31 games.

The Suns are currently 37-27 and 4-1 in their last five. They’re up against a team that has lost five of its last six and currently sits at 27-36. They suffered a brutal 130-91 loss against the Orlando Magic in their last game and need a quick turnaround in fortunes.

Phoenix is ​​averaging 112.1 points per game, while Milwaukee is averaging 111.1 points per game. The Suns have a slight rebounding edge at 43.4 rebounds per game compared to the Bucks’ 41.2. Regardless, with the Suns’ recent momentum and home advantage, Phoenix enters this game as the favorite.

sans injury report

Grayson Allen – Questionable (right knee injury management).

Jordan Goodwin – Available (left calf strain)

Dillon Brooks – Out (fractured left hand)

Mark Williams – out (third metatarsal stress reaction of left foot)

bucks injury report

Bobby Portis – questionable (thoracic spinal cord injury)

Taurean Prince – Questionable (recovery from neck surgery)

Jericho Sims – Questionable (right patella tendonitis)

Kevin Porter Jr. – Out (right knee synovitis)

Alex Antetokounmpo – Out (G League Two-Way)

Cormac Ryan – out (G League two-way)

On Sunday evening, the Milwaukee Bucks will take to home turf for a game against the Orlando Magic. The Bucks recently saw the return of Giannis Antetokounmpo from a lengthy calf injury, but he will not be in uniform on Sunday as he continues to recover from an injury. Here’s everything we know about Antetokounmpo’s injury status and his situation moving forward.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo’s state of play vs. the Magic

As previously mentioned, Giannis Antetokounmpo will be on the sidelines for Sunday’s Bucks game vs. the Magic, having been officially listed out due to right calf injury management. It remains to be seen whether resting Antetokounmpo due to injury management will be a routine for the Bucks as the regular season comes to an end. Their postseason hopes are currently on life support after last week’s loss against the Atlanta Hawks.

Joining Antetokounmpo on the injury report is Kyle Kuzma, who is questionable with a thoracic spine injury. Kevin Porter Jr. will be out with right knee synovitis, as will Taurean Prince with a neck injury.

For the Magic, Anthony Black is listed as questionable with a lower back sprain, while Jonathan Isaac is also questionable with a knee sprain. Jess Richardson is doubtful with lower back spasms, while Franz Wagner is out as he recovers from an ankle injury.

The Bucks surprised many with their decision to retain Antetokounmpo during last month’s NBA trade deadline. The star was sidelined with a calf injury at the time, and has played in three games since his return. It remains to be seen if they plan to keep Antetokounmpo long-term, or if they were waiting for better offers in the upcoming offseason.

In any case, the Bucks and Magic are scheduled to tip off on Sunday at 8:00 PM ET.

It’s looked hopeless at many points this season, but somehow, the Milwaukee Bucks are still alive in the playoff race — especially now that Giannis Antetokounmpo is back in action after a long absence of more than a month due to a calf injury.

Although it is mathematically possible for the Bucks to make the play-in tournament, as at the time of writing, they are only four games behind the Atlanta Hawks in the standings, the fact that they are not in the playoff picture is a clear indication that the team is not very good right now.

There’s no denying Antetokounmpo’s greatness, but the prolonged absence of a superstar shouldn’t mean the team will collapse around him. For the Bucks, they have collapsed most of the season when Antetokounmpo is on the mend. They’ve gone 11-18 without him, and that won’t cut it.

Of course, the good news is that Antetokounmpo remains on the roster, even though he was on the trade block just a month ago and it looked like a blockbuster trade involving him would finally materialize.

It simply means that the Bucks are still on the clock, as there is not zero chance that Antetokounmpo will commit his future to the team despite his disappointing short-term to medium-term outlook.

And while they are limited in the changes they can make to the roster, perhaps the Bucks can start convincing Antetokounmpo that they mean business by cleaning house – starting with the departure of head coach Doc Rivers.

Bucks need to start fresh, move on from Doc Rivers

Despite having a 30–13 record, the Bucks made the surprise decision to fire Adrian Griffin and replace him with Doc Rivers as the team’s head coach in 2024. They finished the season under .500 under Rivers (they went 19–20) and lost in the first round of the playoffs against the eventual conference finalists Indiana Pacers.

Now, this isn’t going to turn into Griffin’s defense. By all accounts, the Bucks locker room questioned his strategy because Griffin had not maximized the team’s personnel. But reports revealed that when Griffin called his players out he took it in stride, although the fact that he did meant that his respect for them was fractured from the start.

Still, Griffin coached a terrible defense, and it was clear Antetokounmpo was growing tired of his schemes. They replaced Griffin with Rivers, who at least has the respect of people in the locker room.

This may be Rivers’ only save at this stage of his coaching career. Everyone knows the story with Rivers: He won a title with the Boston Celtics in 2008, maintains a sense of professionalism in the locker room that commands respect from everyone on the team, and he’s a consistent win producer, at least in the regular season.

Rivers has had his fair share of black eyes in the playoffs. He is the only head coach in NBA history to lead multiple 3–1 playoff series. His star-studded teams perform poorly under the bright lights of the postseason. But that’s all moot when the Bucks team he’s currently coaching couldn’t even make the start of the postseason.

Some Bucks fans may be wondering why Rivers hasn’t been fired yet. The results have not been there, and there has been nothing but disappointment in the Cream City since the team brought him in. It’s clear his voice still has influence in the locker room, and Antetokounmpo is at least there to stay with him unlike Griffin.

The Bucks’ shortcomings this season aren’t really Rivers’ fault. The team he is currently coaching is not very good anyway. But he’s not really adding wins to the team. Some of his rotation decisions recently were surprising; Why did Kyle Kuzma not play at all in their recent loss to the Boston Celtics? Why was Ryan Rollins, of all people, benched upon Antetokounmpo’s return?

It’s time for a fresh start for the Bucks under the tutelage of a well-known coach who knows how to handle a locker room with big egos. And for once, the Bucks will have to enlist the services of a new voice, an up-and-coming assistant who has paid his dues during his time in the NBA.

Why Mika Nori deserves a chance in Milwaukee?

Nouri has been an assistant coach in the NBA for 17 seasons, and he is currently part of the Minnesota Timberwolves coaching staff under head coach Chris Finch. He is the main assistant of the team, as he replaces Finch if he is out or misses time due to personal reasons or injury.

Most accounts state that Nori is adept at managing game situations, meaning his main strength is adjusting to what he sees on the court. Now, the head coaching job requires much more than mastering such skills. Still, his tactical plans could be what brings Antetokounmpo on board for at least the next few years.

If there’s one thing Antetokounmpo wants from a coach, it’s defensive consistency and communication. Nori provides both; Players have appreciated the Timberwolves assistant’s ability to build relationships with them, and he has been instrumental in crafting a Minnesota defense that routinely ranks top-10 in the NBA.

Given that the Bucks lack scoring weapons around Antetokounmpo, getting it done on defense should be priority number one for them. They are currently ranked 24th in that department, so that won’t make the cut. They have solid individual pieces on defense, Kevin Porter Jr. and Rollins are very disruptive, and Myles Turner has a long history of adequate rim protection, but it hasn’t come together under Rivers.

Now, the Bucks may need an experienced head coach to reassign Antetokounmpo. But Milwaukee needs to avoid retreading head coaches at all costs. And there may be no better candidate for the potential Bucks head coaching vacancy than Nouri.

The Milwaukee Bucks face the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night and Giannis Antetokounmpo is once again at the center of the injury report discussion. Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is not listed on the Bucks’ injury report ahead of Milwaukee’s matchup with the Hawks at Fiserv Forum. It puts the Bucks’ franchise star firmly in focus as Milwaukee looks to end a three-game losing streak and regain momentum in the Eastern Conference standings.

The Bucks enter the matchup at 26-34, No. 11 in the East. Meanwhile, the Hawks are 31-31, 10th in the conference and looking to continue a four-game winning streak. Milwaukee is currently out of the play-in picture and faces a difficult path back to contention in the Eastern Conference. With both teams battling for spots at the end of the season, Antetokounmpo’s availability is big.

Giannis continues to be the Bucks’ offensive engine whenever he is on the floor. Through 31 games this season, he is averaging 27.7 points, 10.1 rebounds and 5.5 assists while shooting 63.6 percent from the field. He’s also converting 37.5 percent from three-point range and 65.9 percent from the free-throw line. Additionally, the two-time MVP contributed 0.9 steals and 0.7 blocks per game, continuing to make an impact on both ends of the floor.

When Antetokounmpo plays, the Bucks operate with force and structure. His downhill pressure breaks down defenses and creates open looks for teammates across the perimeter.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Injury Status vs. Hawks

Several additional names are included on the Bucks’ injury report. Alex Antetokounmpo and Cormac Ryan are out on a two-way deal, while Taurean Prince is sidelined after neck surgery.

As for Atlanta, the Hawks injury report lists Raze Dennis and Asa Newell as questionable while on G League assignment.

Still, Antetokounmpo’s presence matters most. Atlanta will look to continue its winning streak and strengthen its position in the play-in race. Meanwhile, Milwaukee is hoping its superstar can help reverse a recent decline.

So when it comes to the question of whether Giannis Antetokounmpo is playing tonight against the Hawks, the answer currently leans towards yes, as he does not appear to be on the injury report.

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s return from injury will give the Bucks an extra boost when the Boston Celtics face the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday. While the Bucks will be getting a boost, the Celtics will be lacking as star wing Jaylen Brown is going to miss the game due to illness according to NBA insider Marc Stein.

Brown has been the driving force behind the Celtics’ success this season, playing at an MVP level in the absence of Jayson Tatum. The Celtics have surprised many people this season and have exceeded expectations. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.

The Celtics say Jaylen Brown (illness), Neemias Quetta (rest) and Jayson Tatum (Achilles) will all miss tonight’s game against Milwaukee … while the Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo has been upgraded to questionable after a five-week absence.

– Mark Stein (@TheSteinLine) 2 March 2026

The Milwaukee Bucks (26-31) are counting on Bobby Portis Jr. to bring energy every night, especially while the franchise’s key player Giannis Antetokounmpo is recovering from a calf injury. However, sometimes it is hard to turn off such intensity. The veteran forward remained locked-in during a historic and mysterious game of Rock, Paper, Scissors. Earlier he was surprised with a young fan for 14 rounds finally won the battle With a rock, via MisterBabbleX account.

Luckily, the Bucks didn’t leave without Portis amid their endless head-to-head showdowns at Fiserv Forum. They gave a young girl a story to share with all of her friends and classmates, and they even took out the W. Additionally, the 2021 NBA champion helped his team earn a 118-116 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers, continuing Milwaukee’s impressive February (8-3 this month). Overall, Portis had an incredible night.

Bobby Portis plays a young fan in the longest game of Rock Paper Scissors ever seen

Video via: https://t.co/g2brwaAZmL pic.twitter.com/srXzVwOGZr

– MrBuckBuck (@MrBuckBuckNBA) 26 February 2026

When the 31-year-old breaks out the “crazy eyes” and takes the court, some might label him uneducated. Punching then-Chicago Bulls teammate Nikola Mirotic in the face in 2017 probably won’t help. However, the man clearly has a softer side. He was already a fan favorite, but after his hard-earned Rock, Paper, Scissors victory, Portis may have achieved legendary status in Cream City.

He aims to bring that same tenacity to Friday night’s contest against the inconsistent New York Knicks (37-22). Bobby Portis Jr. has been a key offensive spark plug for the team this season, averaging 13.2 points and 6.5 rebounds while shooting an impressive 45.1 percent from 3-point range. He’ll try to keep his hot streak going in Milwaukee. Perhaps another fan will challenge him before the game.

The marquee matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Milwaukee Bucks ended in thrilling fashion. The Bucks won 118–116 in the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo, as seven Milwaukee players scored in double figures, led by Kevin Porter Jr., who finished with 20 points, eight rebounds and five assists.

However, the Cavs’ Jarrett Allen came incredibly close to tying the game with a late layup that was contested by two players. Dennis Schroder initially ran inside the paint, before his missed layup was eventually caught by Allen, who launched his shot with less than a second on the clock and the Cavs trailing 118-116, according to a post on X by ClutchPoints.

so close!

Jarrett Allen’s game-tying shot was still in his hands as time expired

The Bucks won 118-116!
pic.twitter.com/3YHM4E1bgi

– ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) 26 February 2026

However, the ball was released too late and the Bucks got the win. The Cavs were without both Donovan Mitchell and James Harden heading into the game battling injuries.

Allen had a positive game, top-scoring with 27 points and also grabbing 11 boards. It was the fifth consecutive game in which Allen finished with a double-double, and his 9th in 10 games since his spectacular 40-point performance against the Portland Trail Blazers earlier in the month.

He was accompanied by Dennis Schröder, who was the second-highest scorer that night with 26 points and five assists. The Cavs also saw Keon Ellis come off the bench to score 14 points, while Thomas Bryant added 11 points.

However, Milwaukee was the better shooting team on the night, producing an impressive 54.5% accuracy from the field and 42.2% accuracy from beyond the arc. AJ Green and Kyle Kuzma both converted five of their 10 three-point attempts, with Myles Turner also going 3-5 from three-point field.

The Bucks moved to 26-31 for the season and will now face the New York Knicks. Meanwhile, the Cavs will visit the Detroit Pistons and move into fourth place in the Eastern Conference with a 37-23 record, now trailing the Knicks by one game.

The Miami Heat defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 136-120 in their performance on Saturday night, as the team looks to continue their three-game winning streak heading into Tuesday’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. As the Heat look to avoid the play-in tournament and climb the Eastern Conference standings, the team gets important injury updates for Tuesday.

Miami practiced on Monday before the trip, with all but Davion Mitchell and Nikola Jovic practicing, as both missed Saturday’s aforementioned win over the Grizzlies. According to Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald, Mitchell is dealing with an illness as Jovic suffered a lower back injury, the severity of which he will see a doctor to check.

“It remains to be seen if he will travel with the team to Milwaukee today for tomorrow’s game vs. the Bucks. Jovic went to see a doctor for his back today,” Chiang, formerly of the X, wrote on Twitter.

Mitchell has been a mainstay in the Heat’s starting lineup as the primary point guard, while Jovic has typically come off the bench but has struggled for most of the year. The news of Miami’s recovery following the return of star Tyler Herro is stinging, as Norman Powell reiterated after Saturday’s win that the team is “starting to buy into the collective effort.”

“I think obviously we finally got healthy, we didn’t have [Mitchell] Tonight, but I think this is the healthiest we’ve been all year, and we just want to keep that chemistry and do all the little things to help us get out of these games and not have any slipups and continue to focus on our goal of getting out of the play-ins. [tournament]Powell continued.

Norman Powell was asked about the Heat winning three consecutive games for the first time, and while he joked about it being a shot (laughs), he explained how the team is “starting to buy into the collective effort” and the goal of getting out of the play-in tournament: #HeatNation pic.twitter.com/5WOEXWbFUw

– Zachary Weinberger (@ZachWeinberger) 22 February 2026

In any case, it remains to be seen what the situation is with Michel and Jovic.

When a superstar of Ja Morant’s caliber is reported to be interested in a trade, much of the NBA community usually shuts up and takes notice. However, recent conversations suggest that the Memphis Grizzlies never had a strong trade market for the superstar, despite the fact that the franchise actively explored trade options before the deadline.

According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the Grizzlies may have to wait for teams like the Milwaukee Bucks in the summer to get an attractive return.

“Sources say Sacramento has shown only modest interest. I’m told Miami also inquired about Morant only with the idea of ​​acquiring him in a deal similar to Washington’s asset-light acquisition of Trae Young. And sources say the Heat were not actively pursuing Morant in the days before the deadline because Antetokounmpo had become their primary target,” he wrote.

Stein reports that multiple teams believe the Bucks’ interest in Morant is genuine, whether it’s to pair him with Giannis Antetokounmpo or as a potential successor.

“Many teams came out of the deadline believing that the Bucks’ interest in Morant was genuine … whether it was to establish him as Antetokounmpo’s eventual successor as the Face of the Franchise or because they believe they can truly create a Giannis-and-Ja pairing,” he wrote.

Memphis openly explored deals as part of a broader rebuild, having already traded forward Desmond Benn and Jaren Jackson Jr. for three first-round picks and young rotation pieces.

Despite Morant being a two-time All-Star and former franchise centerpiece after Memphis’ 56-win season and Western Conference Semifinal run, the interest hasn’t been pressing.
Sacramento’s involvement never progressed beyond exploratory dialogue, especially with Morant reportedly unwilling to play there. Miami showed interest and was widely believed to be Morant’s preferred destination, yet the Heat prioritized Giannis Antetokounmpo as their primary target.

Of course, Morant’s diminished value stems from availability and efficiency concerns. The 26-year-old has appeared in only 20 games this season, averaging 19.5 points and 8.1 assists, but recorded career lows in efficiency (41% FG, 23.5% from three).

Memphis is also just 7-13 in games played, and barring a quick return to form, the situation appears grim as far as genuine interest and an attractive trade package is concerned.

While there are many signs that the Milwaukee Bucks will work to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo this summer, a new report links the team to an elite star to pair with him in 2026-27.

Heading into the trade deadline earlier this month, there was no bigger story than the will-they-or-won’t-they saga of the Bucks and the two-time NBA MVP. While Antetokounmpo technically did not ask for a trade, Milwaukee began fielding offers from interested teams because they felt he was ready for a divorce.

However, after a couple of weeks of trade talks, Milwaukee decided to pounce on the nine-time All-Star and retain him. The perception around the league is that the organization did not like the offers it received, and this was an information-building process for the summer when better offers come in, and more teams join the sweepstakes.

Veteran NBA insider Jake Fisher firmly believes that the Antetokounmpo trade will indeed happen this summer. However, in a new post on The Stein Line, he posed an interesting scenario where Antetokounmpo would stay and be paired with Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant.

Were the Bucks ‘sincere’ about interest in Ja Morant trade?

Fisher wrote, “The Grizzlies will have to try again this summer to find a palatable Morant deal. They may have even more options, as the Bucks presumably have, when it comes to Antetokounmpo.”

He added, “One scenario that would have to be addressed is the possibility of a Milwaukee trade for Morant. Several teams came out of the deadline believing that the Bucks’ interest in Morant was genuine.” “Whether it was to establish him as Antetokounmpo’s eventual successor as the face of the franchise or because he believes he can really make the Giannis-and-Ja pairing work.”

While rumors swirled about the team trading Giannis Antetokounmpo, there were also reports that they are looking to add impactful talent before this month’s deadline. The team would love to have the greatest player in team history. Adding Morant when his value is low and getting back to the superstar he was a few years ago could attract the Greek giants and keep him for another season.

After earning a journalism degree in 2017, Jason Burgos worked as a contributor to several sites, including MMA Sacca… More about Jason Burgos

The Milwaukee Bucks recently disappointed the NBA world by not trading Giannis Antetokounmpo at the deadline, despite heavy noise from league reporters that a deal was on the horizon. Antetokounmpo is currently out of the lineup due to injury, and the team has fallen down in the Eastern Conference playoff standings as a result.

Despite holding firm at the deadline, not everyone is convinced that Milwaukee will be Antetokounmpo’s home for the long term.

Recently, NBA insider Jake Fisher detailed his belief that the Bucks will end up trading the Greek Freak in the summer, noting that it is “undeniably true that the Bucks are going to get more attractive offers in the offseason than they do this month,” according to Mark Stein of Substack.

Fisher also reported that he is “hearing rival teams talking loudly about Brooklyn emerging as a credible destination, as the Nets have a large amount of draft capital to package with Michael Porter Jr.” And one of the Western Conference teams that inevitably disappoints in this year’s playoffs could be interested in Antetokounmpo after the fact.

Antetokounmpo and the Bucks have won only one playoff series since their NBA championship in 2021, and injury concerns have become a big issue for the star over the past few seasons, especially in regards to his calf, which is often seen as a precursor to a potentially much more devastating Achilles injury.

Meanwhile, it remains to be seen if the Bucks will bring back Antetokounmpo this year, as keeping him out would increase their chances of securing a good selection in the 2026 NBA Draft, although they would have to settle for their own selection and the New Orleans Pelicans’ lower selection.

In any case, it looks like NBA fans can expect the exhausting Antetokounmpo trade saga to heat up once again in the summer.

The New Orleans Pelicans take on the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. Trey Murphy III is on the injury report. Murphy has been dealing with a right shoulder injury since shortly after the All-Star break. Here’s everything we know about Trey Murphy III’s injury and his game status vs. the Bucks.

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Trey Murphy III injury status vs. Bucks

Given that Trey Murphy III’s injury report is questionable, his chances of playing against the Bucks are slim. This will be only his fifth missed game this season, as Murphy has been incredibly durable throughout the 2025-26 campaign.

Both the Pelicans and Bucks have struggled this year. New Orleans is in 14th place in the Western Conference, while Milwaukee is in 11th place in the Eastern Conference. The last time these two teams faced each other was on February 4. In that match, Pelicans had to face defeat 141-137. Trey Murphy III led his team by recording 44 points, six rebounds, six assists and three steals.

Despite a disappointing season for the club, Murphy has been one of the most consistent players on the roster. He is arguably the team’s best player, as his abilities as a two-way player help the Pelicans on both ends of the court. In the 52 games he has played, Trey Murphy III is averaging 22.1 points per game (career-high), 5.7 rebounds (career-high), 3.8 assists (career-high), and 1.5 steals (career-high). He’s also shooting 47.6% from the floor and 37.8% from beyond the three-point line.

So, the Pelicans will be without one of their best players, Trey Murphy III, when they take on the Bucks in New Orleans on Friday.

pelicans injury report

Trey Murphy III – Questionable: shoulder; Indigo
Yves Missy – Outside: left calf; strain
Dejounte Murray – Out: Right Achilles; Breakage
Micah Peavy – Outside: Right big toe; Sprain
Hunter Dixon – Out: G League – Two-Way
Trey Alexander – Out: G League – Two-Way

bucks injury report

Giannis Antetokounmpo – Out: Right calf; Sprain
Miles Turner – Outside: Right calf; Sprain
Taurean Prince – Outside: Neck; surgery
Alex Antetokounmpo – Out: G League – Two-Way

The New Orleans Pelicans enter Friday’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks with more at stake. Zion Williamson’s contract incentives have been in focus because the game milestones he has played hold major financial implications for the franchise cornerstone.

Williamson has appeared in 40 games this season and is in the midst of a 30-game streak without losing a contest. If he plays against the Bucks, that run will reach 31 straight games. His continued availability has reframed the conversation around the salary guarantees built into his contract.

The Stein Line’s Marc Stein pointed to the sustainability achievement at X (formerly known as Twitter) on Thursday, emphasizing how different this season is from last year.

“If Zion Williamson plays against Milwaukee on Friday, it will be his 31st consecutive game without a miss for the Pelicans.

Williamson played a total of 30 games last season.

Stein said the sixth-year veteran has already surpassed last season’s total appearances. This consistency keeps him one game away from a significant contractual trigger.

Third Apron’s Yossi Gozlan expanded on Stein’s report later on stage, explaining how Friday’s Pelicans vs. Bucks contest could secure enough guaranteed money.

“Zion Williamson is guaranteed to make $16.9 million (40 percent) of his 2026-27 salary when he suits up for his 41st game of the season tomorrow.

If he plays 51 games he will get an additional $8.4 million (20 percent) and if he plays 61 games he will get an additional $8.4 million (20 percent).

Gozlan’s breakdown details the structure of Williamson’s contract, which ties parts of his 2026-27 salary to specific games-played caps. Upon reaching 41 games, the former No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft will secure approximately 40 percent of that season’s base salary.

If he stays healthy, reaching games 51 and 61 would guarantee additional millions. For the Pelicans, who are ranked 14th in the Western Conference, sustainability provides stability and long-term clarity while increasing their future financial commitment.

Therefore, the importance of Friday’s match is more than the standings. It represents an important checkpoint in Williamson’s season, blending performance, health and long-term salary security in one appearance.

The trade deadline has come and gone and Giannis Antetokounmpo is still a member of the Milwaukee Bucks after much trouble. It certainly seemed as if Antetokounmpo’s eyes were wandering, and for the first time, a trade out of Cream City seemed more realistic than ever. But in the end, the Bucks didn’t pull the trigger – a refusal that echoed loudly throughout the association.

The Bucks organization has been in decline over the past few years, and their big offseason move smacked of desperation. Instead of taking 2026 as a gap year, they decided to waive and extend Damian Lillard’s contract while he recovers from a torn Achilles so they can bring in Myles Turner. Suffice to say, bringing in Turner isn’t enough to make Milwaukee a playoff team, let alone a contender in even the weak Eastern Conference.

Now, the Bucks are in a tough position moving forward, although they can always revisit Antetokounmpo trade talks in the offseason. Their long-term approach hasn’t changed, though it’s still debatable whether they did the right thing by moving these trade talks into the offseason rather than cashing out before the deadline.

Bucks did not receive any substantial Giannis Antetokounmpo trade offer

The Antetokounmpo trade saga became the most anticipated announcement of the pre-deadline season. Every NBA fan was refreshing their feeds on social media, waiting for the next tweet from renowned NBA insider Shams Charania and anxiously awaiting the next update regarding trade talks involving the Bucks.

Finally, Charania teased fans with constant breadcrumbs and non-updates, until he revealed that the Bucks were actually going to hold on to Antetokounmpo, causing trade talks to drag into the offseason.

It’s never going to be easy parting ways with a franchise cornerstone, especially one who has done so much for the Bucks like Antetokounmpo has. The city of Milwaukee has also adopted Antetokounmpo as one of their own; He has been there since 2013 and under his tutelage he has become one of the greatest superstars in the league.

So try as the Minnesota Timberwolves, Miami Heat, or Golden State Warriors might have done, it will always be a godfather proposition for the Bucks to consider trading the greatest player in franchise history. Antetokounmpo may have said it’s hard for him not to be upset considering how the team has fallen apart around him, but he clearly hasn’t given the order by demanding he be fired.

Since Antetokounmpo hasn’t pushed the issue at all, it’s hard to criticize the Bucks for not trading Giannis away yet. Giannis has long expressed his desire to be a one-team player for the rest of his career, but he also wants to compete for championships. Perhaps there’s a possibility, no matter how slim, that a competitive team could still thrive in Milwaukee while it’s still in its prime.

But in all likelihood the Bucks will continue to struggle over the next few seasons, and if Antetokounmpo’s desire to win another championship outweighs his desire to stay in Milwaukee, the team will have no choice but to trade him in the final year of his contract.

One could argue that even if Antetokounmpo had pushed the issue regarding a potential trade, the Bucks would have been best served by doing what they did and waiting until the offseason. The Warriors’ choice looked very attractive, but gambling on huge returns in exchange for the greatest player in franchise history is a risky game.

The Heat do not have any blue-chip prospects they could trade to include future first-round picks; Predictably, any realistic Heat trade proposal for Giannis would revolve around Bam Adebayo, and trading Adebayo for Antetokounmpo instead of adding them together seems counterproductive for a team with championship aspirations.

As for the Timberwolves, try as they might, they couldn’t raise enough draft capital to convince the Bucks to trade Antetokounmpo to the northernmost part of the United States. Minnesota may be willing to trade Jaden McDaniels, but they were unable to acquire enough first-round picks for some of their key players, including Julius Randle, to make a deal.

Limiting themselves to contenders before the deadline doesn’t serve the Bucks in any shape or form; He should receive similar offers in the offseason, although being in the offseason opens up more opportunities for other bidders to get involved in the Giannis sweepstakes, which should benefit Milwaukee in the long run.

At the end of the day, the Bucks have to prioritize getting the best package available in any potential Giannis trade.

Perhaps the Houston Rockets become more open to trading someone like Alperen Sengun or Amen Thompson if they make an early exit in the playoffs. The Oklahoma City Thunder might have put Jalen Williams on the table if they don’t repeat as champions. Or perhaps the Spurs reconsider a potential Giannis pursuit and try to get over the hump if they fall short in the postseason.

The Bucks at least have the luxury of waiting, although they don’t have much time to wait considering Giannis will hit the open market in 2027.

Milwaukee made some buy-less moves

The Bucks settled for a few buyout-less moves before the deadline, bringing in former Thunder prospect Ousmane Dieng and giving Cam Thomas a chance after being let go by the Brooklyn Nets.

Thomas is still only 24 and a proven rookie, so there’s probably still some untapped potential there. Meanwhile, Dieng is showcasing two-way ability, as evidenced by his 19-point, 11-rebound, four-block night against the Thunder in their last game before the All-Star break.

For a team with a serious lack of assets like the Bucks, this is the best thing to do: take a risk on players who may have lost their spark but may still have some untapped potential.

Bucks trade deadline grade: B