Jericho Sims underwent surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb on Monday, the Milwaukee Bucks announced. Sims is expected to be out for approximately four weeks. Sims suffered the injury during Saturday's game against the Pacers. Sims has played in 14 games since getting traded to the Bucks, and is averaging 2.4 points and 4.9 rebounds in 15.0 minutes. … [Read more...] about Jericho Sims Undergoes Thumb Surgery, Expected To Miss Four Weeks
Jericho Sims Playing Through Right Thumb Injury, Surgery In Consideration
Milwaukee Bucks backup center Jericho Sims is playing through a right thumb injury. The injury is bad enough that Bucks coach Doc Rivers said surgery could be on the table. "It's a pretty good injury. Probably decisions will have to be made," Rivers said. When asked if that means surgery is possible, Rivers said "Yeah, it's a consideration, for sure." In 14 games since the … [Read more...] about Jericho Sims Playing Through Right Thumb Injury, Surgery In Consideration
Junior Bridgeman Passes Away At 71
Junior Bridgeman has passed away at the age of 71. Bridgeman suffered a medical emergency during a fundraiser at Galt House, a hotel in Louisville, according to WDRB News and confirmed by the company that runs Galt House. Bridgeman was then taken away in an ambulance by first responders. Bridgeman played for Louisville from 1972-1975 before becoming a first-round draft pick by … [Read more...] about Junior Bridgeman Passes Away At 71
Giannis Antetokounmpo Hopes Expanding Midrange Extends Career
Giannis Antetokounmpo has traded his three-point attempts for more midrange jumpers this season. Antetokounmpo is averaging less than one three-point attempt per game, which is his lowest output since 14-15. Antetokounmpo has made 102 midrange shots, which is fourth in the NBA. "I've worked on it," Antetokounmpo told ESPN. "Guys are giving it to me. I got to shoot it because … [Read more...] about Giannis Antetokounmpo Hopes Expanding Midrange Extends Career
Bucks Convert Ryan Rollins From Two-Way To Standard NBA Deal
The Milwaukee Bucks and Ryan Rollins have agreed to a standard NBA contract for the remainder of the season. Rollins was previously on a Two-Way deal and is represented by Mike Silverman and Brandon Grier. Rollins is averaging 4.9 points, 1.6 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 39 games this season for the Bucks. … [Read more...] about Bucks Convert Ryan Rollins From Two-Way To Standard NBA Deal