Giannis Antetokounmpo reiterated at media day that he won't sign an extension with the Milwaukee Bucks this year as it makes financial sense for him to wait. Antetokounmpo can sign a four-year, $233 million extension next offseason. Antetokounmpo expressed an uneasiness about the direction of the Bucks this offseason, but they responded by trading for Damian Lillard. "I want to … [Read more...] about Giannis Antetokounmpo: The Commitment From Bucks Is There
Cameron Payne Signs One-Year Deal With Bucks
Cameron Payne agreed to a one-year deal with the Milwaukee Bucks, sources told Shams Charania of The Athletic. Payne was waived by the Spurs earlier this offseason. … [Read more...] about Cameron Payne Signs One-Year Deal With Bucks
Blazers Rejected Damian Lillard’s Ask To Rescind Trade Request
During a September 5th meeting when the Portland Trail Blazers made it clear a trade with the Miami Heat was unlikely, Damian Lillard asked to rescind his trade request to remain with the franchise. Joe Cronin responded by saying to Lillard that there was no coming back. Sources tell Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report that "Lillard was shocked." Lillard began showing up to work … [Read more...] about Blazers Rejected Damian Lillard’s Ask To Rescind Trade Request
NBA Intervened To Improve Communication Between Blazers, Damian Lillard’s Camp
The situation between Damian Lillard's camp and the Portland Trail Blazers became so contentious during the month of September that the NBA league office intervened. A Zoom meeting was organized by the NBA on Sept. 23rd with league officials, Joe Cronin, Damian Lillard, Aaron Goodwin and NBPA general counsel Ron Klempner attending. The meeting was scheduled with the purpose of … [Read more...] about NBA Intervened To Improve Communication Between Blazers, Damian Lillard’s Camp
Bucks Did Not Consult Giannis Antetokounmpo Before Making Damian Lillard Trade
The Milwaukee Bucks did not approach Giannis Antetokounmpo before they moved forward with their trade of Jrue Holiday for Damian Lillard. "Directly, he literally played no role," said Adrian Wojnarowski. "In fact, Jon Horst did not bring this trade idea or sign off on it to Giannis Antetokounmpo because Jrue Holiday was involved. And the relationship there and the reverence … [Read more...] about Bucks Did Not Consult Giannis Antetokounmpo Before Making Damian Lillard Trade