Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Wes Edens just dropped some serious truth bombs about the upcoming season. He kicked off Media Day saying the Bucks brass is “extremely excited” for what’s ahead, but honestly, the vibe is all about moving on. We’re talking a complete reset. It’s been “a minute since we haven’t had [Giannis] in the building.” Edens thanked Giannis and his family for 13 incredible years, but also stressed it’s a “great time to change and move on.”
The New Guy in Charge
The biggest move they made? Bringing in new head coach Taylor Jenkins. Edens didn’t hold back, practically calling Jenkins “the biggest addition in the NBA offseason.” Drawing on his Aston Villa experience, Edens underscored how crucial the right coach is, and clearly, they think they’ve found their guy. They signed him to a long-term contract, which tells you everything. Jenkins isn’t exactly a stranger either, having been with the organization before he went off and had a ton of success in Memphis. Edens summed it up: “You take that and a refresh of the organisation and it’s a really exciting time.”
When asked what they sought in a coach, Edens said they wanted “somebody who was going to be a builder.” He believes Jenkins is “the right person at the right time,” a “known quantity” they feel “really blessed” was available. He’s a “tremendous teacher,” according to Edens, who pointed to Jenkins’ impact on players in Memphis as proof of what he can do with this “next crop of these young folks” in Milwaukee.
Saying Goodbye to a Dynasty
Now, about the elephant in the room: Giannis. Edens got pressed on why they didn’t trade him last offseason. His answer was direct: “We won more games from 2018 to 2023 than any other team in the league. We had massive amounts of success.” Ownership genuinely felt it was the right call to try and extend that championship window, going “very aggressive” with moves aimed at winning another title. They tried. But the reality is stark now. Edens said it himself: “there’s no Giannis, there’s no Khris Middleton, there’s no Brook Lopez, no Jrue Holiday.” The core that brought all that success is gone, and that’s the hard truth they’re facing.
So, what’s next for the Bucks? It’s all about this fresh start and seeing what Jenkins can build. With a clean slate and a focus on developing this “next crop” of players, the stakes are high. It’s an entire organization reset, and you’ve gotta wonder how quickly Jenkins can get those young guys playing his brand of basketball. The season kicks off soon, and everyone will be watching to see if Edens’ “biggest addition” lives up to the hype.
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Originally reported by Brew Hoop.
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