Milwaukee, WI
NBA Trade Rumor: Milwaukee Bucks' proposed blockbuster trade could bring $215 million Bull's All-Star on board with Khris Middleton as key asset | NBA News – The Times of India
The Milwaukee Bucks are eyeing a trade to bolster their roster for the 2025 season, and their sights are set on a few big-name stars. With the season halfway through, rumors have emerged about the team’s interest in Jimmy Butler, Zach LaVine, and Bradley Beal. According to The Athletic’s Sam Vecenie, the Bucks may only manage to land one of these superstars, but LaVine could be the ideal option.
A proposed five-team trade scenario outlined by Yahoo Sports’ Kevin O’Connor involves the Milwaukee Bucks making a major move for LaVine. In this deal, the Bucks would acquire Zach LaVine, while the Chicago Bulls would receive Beal and draft capital. The Phoenix Suns would trade Butler to the Bucks, the Miami Heat would land Khris Middleton, Pat Connaughton, and draft capital, and the Detroit Pistons would receive Bobby Portis.
Milwaukee Bucks’ Khris Middleton tries to get past Orlando Magic’s Kentavious Caldwell-Pope during the second half of an Emirates NBA cup tournament quarterfinals basketball game Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
One of the main hurdles in making this trade happen is the Milwaukee Bucks’ position with the NBA’s tax apron. Since they’ve exceeded the second tax apron, they cannot aggregate players in a trade unless it keeps them below the tax threshold. This situation makes players like Connaughton and Portis valuable trade assets. While Connaughton could be moved to a team like the Pistons to absorb his contract, Portis is more likely to go, given his role in the Bucks’ rotation.
The real appeal of Zach LaVine, however, lies in his youth and current form. Unlike Butler and Beal, LaVine offers the Milwaukee Bucks a star with more prime years ahead of him. This season, LaVine has been playing at a high level, averaging 24 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.5 assists. He is also shooting career-highs across the board, with 51.3% from the field and 45.1% from three-point range.
In contrast to Butler and Beal, who are both older, Zach LaVine’s upside is clear, and he has been more effective this season. If the Bucks are serious about making a playoff run, LaVine could be the key piece to push them forward.
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While no trade is without its complications, this proposal shows that if Milwaukee is looking to make a bold move, LaVine might be their best bet for both immediate and long-term success.
Wisconsin icy lake incidents
There were at least three ice-related incidents that first responders were called to over the weekend in southeast Wisconsin.
There were at least three ice-related incidents that first responders were called to over the weekend in southeast Wisconsin.
Pewaukee Lake
What we know:
The Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department said a man died after he fell through the ice on Pewaukee Lake on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 25.
According to Lake Country Fire & Rescue, crews were called to the lake just after 3 p.m. for reports that a UTV operator had gone through the ice. Bystanders tried to rescue the person but lost sight of them.
The sheriff’s department identified the person as a 61-year-old man and said he was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Big picture view:
No ice is safe ice
Lake Country Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief Jeremy Wachtl reminds people if you’re in a similar situation, don’t get in the water to help, as it’s dangerous.
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“All ice is never completely safe,” Wachtl said.
If you’re going on the ice, he says wear a floatation device, don’t go alone, and have a way to call for help.
“All ice is never completely safe,” Wachtl said.
Wachtl reminds people if you’re in a similar situation, don’t get in the water to help, as it’s dangerous.
If you’re going on the ice, he says wear a floatation device, don’t go alone, and have a way to call for help and watch out for natural springs.
“The ice was actually relatively thick in most of the area but the immediate area where the ATV had gone through was relatively thin,” he said.
More instances
What we know:
At Wind Lake, the Norway Fire Department said three men were rescued after their ATV went through the ice. One of those men was taken to the hospital.
Officials say this is the fifth vehicle to go through the ice this winter, blaming the natural springs.
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“It’s nothing you can see from the surface and until something happens – or you put a foot through – you’re not going to know it’s thin when it is six-eight inches everywhere else,” Wachtl said.
At Big Muskego Lake, another person on an ATV fell into open water, but the water was shallow. That person is okay.
The Source: Lake Country Fire and Rescue and past reporting contributed to this article.
Heat vs Bucks Game HighlightsThe Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Miami Heat, 125-96.
Milwaukee Bucks Top Performers Miami Heat Top Performers The Milwaukee Bucks move to 25-17, while the Miami Heat fall to 21-22.
Damian Lillard – 29 points, 9 rebounds, 11 assists, 2 steals, 5 3PM
Giannis Antetokounmpo – 25 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 blocks
Gary Trent Jr. – 21 PTS, 7 3PM (season-high)
Kel’el Ware – 22 points, 10 rebounds, 2 blocks, 2 3PM
Tyler Herro – 21 points, 9 assists, 4 3PM
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INGLEWOOD, California – The Milwaukee Bucks are tied as the NBA’s hottest team as they take a five-game winning streak (matching the Memphis Grizzlies) on the road and face the Los Angeles Clippers tonight.
Milwaukee led by as many as 11 points early in the first quarter but Los Angeles went 11-for-11 from the free throw line to tie it up at 28 after one quarter. The Bucks were called for seven personal fouls, including two each for Khris Middleton, Andre Jackson Jr. and Ryan Rollins. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 11 points for the Bucks while James Harden had 10 for the Clippers.
The Bucks made their first trip to the newly-built Intuit Dome in Inglewood, where the Clippers are 16-8.
Los Angeles (25-19) has won five of their last seven games heading into tonight’s contest. Milwaukee (25-17) is just 8-10 on the road this season.
Is Giannis playing?
Probably. The MVP candidate continues to manage pain in his right knee, but he has yet to miss a game with the issue he’s been managing since training camp.
What happened to P.J. Tucker?
Milwaukee fan favorite P.J. Tucker, a key part of the 2021 championship team, has not played a game this season despite being on the Clippers roster. Officially listed as “away from the team,” the 39-year-old forward hasn’t played a regular-season game for the Clippers since April 14 of last season as he’s wanted a trade out of Los Angeles for several seasons.
He is making $11 million this season, in the final year of a three-year, $33.2 million deal initially signed with Philadelphia in 2022.
What time is the Bucks game?
It’s a late start with the team in California, tipping off at about 9:30 p.m. CT.
The game will be broadcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin with Lisa Byington, Marques Johnson and Melanie Ricks on the call.
- AJ Green, out (left quad strain)
- Bobby Portis Jr., out (personal reasons)
- Giannis Antetokounmpo, probable (right patella tendinopathy)
- Khris Middleton, probable (bilateral ankle surgery injury management)
Bucks starting lineup
- Guards: Andre Jackson Jr., Damian Lillard
- Forwards: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Taurean Prince
- Center: Brook Lopez
Bucks vs. Clippers odds, over/under
Los Angeles is a 2.5-point favorite over Milwaukee, with the over/under set at 225.5 points per BetMGM.
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