The Pistons‘ decision to focus on getting veteran players who fit around star Cade Cunningham and the rest of their young nucleus is a huge reason they’re fighting in the playoffs one year removed from being the worst team in the league, Jamal Collier of ESPN writes. Tobias Harris, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Malik Beasley have each made a major impact on the team’s massive … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Pistons, Mobley, Merrill, Rivers, Horst
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Bucks vs. Pacers Game 2: The work has been cut out
Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images Milwaukee down 2-0 as series shifts to Fiserv Forum In a raucous Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the Indiana Pacers held on against the Milwaukee Bucks, 123-115. They now hold a 2-0 series lead. Giannis Antetokounmpo led all scorers with 34 points, along with 18 rebounds and seven assists. Pascal Siakam’s 24 points led the way for the Pacers. Read … [Read more...] about Bucks vs. Pacers Game 2: The work has been cut out
Bucks Reacts Survey: Down 0-2 and needing answers
Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images What should Milwaukee do with Brook Lopez? Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Milwaukee Bucks fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Heading back home for Game 3, the Bucks are in a rough spot. … [Read more...] about Bucks Reacts Survey: Down 0-2 and needing answers
Pistons vs. Knicks Predictions: Odds, expert picks, recent stats, trends and best bets for April 24
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Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Future With Bucks ‘The Elephant In The Room’ In NBA
The future of Giannis Antetokounmpo with the Milwaukee Bucks is one of the NBA's most pressing questions as he continues to play at an MVP level, but the roster around him has regressed since they won the title in 2021. "Giannis has been just awesome this season," said Brian Windhorst on Wednesday's Hoop Collective Podcast. "He's clearly understood that they're challenged. And … [Read more...] about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Future With Bucks ‘The Elephant In The Room’ In NBA