Milwaukee’s offseason just got a reality check, big time. CBS Sports contributor Sam Quinn didn’t pull any punches, slapping the Bucks with a C- grade for their efforts. That’s rough, especially after moving their all-time best player.
The Cold, Hard Truth Behind That C- Grade
Quinn’s breakdown is pretty damning. He argues the Bucks are in a tough spot without control over their own first-round picks, meaning they shouldn’t fear the “relegation zone.” So, what’s the play? Trade every veteran with any value, like Myles Turner and Tyler Herro, for whatever draft capital they can snag. But did they? Nope, not according to Quinn. He flat-out says they set themselves up for this disappointing offseason by waiting too long to trade Antetokounmpo. Talk about a punch to the gut!
It’s a tough pill to swallow, knowing the delay on moving their franchise legend might have sunk their offseason grade before it even really started. You gotta wonder if GM Jon Horst and Coach Taylor Jenkins are feeling the heat right now. This C- isn’t just a number; it’s a statement on the direction of the team.
Is There Any Light in the Cream City Darkness?
Now, it wasn’t the absolute worst grade in the Eastern Conference, so there’s that. The Cleveland Cavaliers got a D+ and the Brooklyn Nets landed a D. So, at least they dodged the basement, right? Quinn points to taking the Heat’s offer for Giannis over the Boston Celtics’ package, which included Jaylen Brown, as a key reason they weren’t totally in the dumpster. While that Heat deal didn’t bring back an All-NBA talent, it did load up the Bucks with multiple assets , players and picks , that they can totally work with down the line, whether they keep ’em or flip ’em again.
And hey, there’s some serious buzz! Brayden Burries, their number 10 overall pick, looked like an absolute draft steal in the Las Vegas Summer League. Seriously impressive stuff. Add in Nate Ament’s Summer League play, plus the expected growth from Kel’el Ware, Kasparas Jakučionis, and Jaime Jaquez, and you start to see why Bucks fans might actually have some real hope. Don’t forget about Tyler Herro’s “second act” either, Quinn mentions it could be a factor. Plus, there’s always the possibility of getting Peyton Watson, though that might mean giving up Ryan Rollins. So, what do you think, Brew Hoop? What’s your grade?
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Originally reported by Brew Hoop.
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