Bucks' Malcolm Brogdon named NBA's Rookie of the Year, Giannis "Most Improved Player"
MILWAUKEE -- Malcolm Brogdon of the Milwaukee Bucks is the NBA's Rookie of the Year.The guard won the first award Monday night, June 26th during the first NBA Awards show that was hosted by Drake.
Bucks' Malcolm Brogdon NBA All-Rookie team
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon has been selected to the NBA All-Rookie First Team while Giannis Antetokounmpo has been named to the All-Defensive Second Team.The NBA says Brogdon was a unanimous selection for the All-Rookie team.
Milwaukee Bucks introduce D.J. Wilson, team's first round NBA draft pick
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks introduced the team's first round draft pick, D.J. Wilson, on Monday, June 26th.
Watch as primary, secondary logos revealed for Bucks G-League team, Wisconsin Herd
OSHKOSH -- The Wisconsin Herd unveiled the team’s primary and secondary logos in advance of its first season in the NBA G League (formerly known as D League) at an event at Oshkosh West High School Thursday, June 22nd.Wisconsin Herd President Steve Brandes and Milwaukee Bucks President Peter Feigin were joined by a "Herd" of supporters and season ticketholders who watched live performance painter Patcasso unveil the primary logo and new visual identity of the Herd.According to a news release from Bucks officials, the Wisconsin Herd identity "utilizes the visual language of the Milwaukee Bucks’ recently updated brand, illustrating the team’s connection to its parent club while solidifying the Herd’s place within the Bucks family."The Herd logos create a distinct identity, but are readily recognizable as part of the Bucks’ brand hierarchy, officials said.“The Wisconsin Herd logos embody the fierce mindset we look to bring to the court while connecting our team to the strong brand already established by the Milwaukee Bucks throughout the state,” said Brandes in the release. “We’re excited to unveil our logos and to build a fan base across the Fox Valley and throughout Wisconsin.”The stylized “M” found in the Bucks marks has been inverted to serve as a “W” in both the Herd’s primary logo as well as its secondary icon, connecting the two teams to fans in the state.“We’re very excited to celebrate another important milestone for the Wisconsin Herd and for Bucks fans statewide,” said Feigin in the release. “The Herd will be a huge benefit for the Bucks both on and off the court as we can enhance our player and staff development while further extending our brand.”Bucks officials said the Herd’s new primary logo features three forward facing bucks that are purposefully shown without defined separation to signify the strength of the herd coming together as one unit.
Milwaukee Bucks officially introduce Jon Horst as general manager
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks on Monday, June 19th officially introduced John Horst as the team’s new general manager.
Bucks stay in-house, hire Jon Horst as general manager
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks stayed in-house to fill their general manager vacancy.The team named director of basketball operations Jon Horst as its next GM on Friday.
"Return to the MECCA:" Milwaukee Bucks to play game at Panther Arena for 50th Anniversary
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks are making a "Return to the MECCA" in celebration of the team's 50th Anniversary.
Golden year: Milwaukee Bucks get ready to celebrate 50th anniversary
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks are kicking off a yearlong celebration of the NBA franchise's 50th anniversary.The team unveiled a special logo on Twitter to mark the occasion.
Wisconsin Herd selected as team name for Bucks’ NBA D-League
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks’ new NBA Developmental League franchise set to begin play in Oshkosh for the 2017-18 season has been named the Wisconsin Herd.According to a press release, the Wisconsin Herd name reflects the Bucks brand while representing the Bucks as a statewide organization from the top down.
NBA commissioner would prefer more competition
NBA fan Adam Silver wants to see more competition in the league.NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is applauding how Golden State and Cleveland have made it to the NBA Finals for the third consecutive year.At his annual state-of-the-league address at the Finals, Silver spoke on a number of topics before Game 1 of the series— including what's perceived as a lack of parity.
Bucks, ATC host first tree planting ceremony at McGovern Park
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks and American Transmission Company on Wednesday, May 24th hosted their first tree planting ceremony at Milwaukee's McGovern Park.Twenty new trees were added around the park's basketball courts to replace diseased trees that had been removed.The organizations are fulfilling their promise of 355 new trees across the region, as a result of the "Trees for Threes" initiative.
AP Source: Milwaukee Bucks opening up GM search after Hammond exit
MILWAUKEE -- A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that the Milwaukee Bucks are opening up their search for a new general manager after John Hammond left to join the Orlando Magic.The person spoke on the condition of anonymity on Wednesday, May 24th because the Bucks were not publicly discussing their search.
Bucks, Johnson Controls unveil plans to build $150K multi-sport complex in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks and Johnson Controls revealed plans on Tuesday, May 23rd to build a $150,000 multi-sport complex on the campus of Browning Elementary School and the Silver Spring Neighborhood Center in Milwaukee’s Westlawn neighborhood.
Bucks GM John Hammond to become GM of the Orlando Magic
ORLANDO -- Jeff Weltman didn't wait long to make his first move as the Orlando Magic's president of basketball operations.
"Chasing Destiny:" Former Milwaukee Bucks dancer shares her passion with the next generation
MILWAUKEE -- From Milwaukee Bucks games to owning a studio of her own, a Milwaukee dance instructor is doing what she can to fulfill her "destiny."Owner and instructor Destiny Manuel is watching her childhood dream become a reality at Chasing Destiny Dance Studio in downtown Milwaukee.
Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo named to 2016-2017 Second Team All-NBA
NEW YORK — Cleveland's LeBron James has been named to the All-NBA first team for a record-tying 11th time, and Houston's James Harden is the lone player to be a unanimous first-team selection this season.Joining Harden and James on the first team were Oklahoma City's Russell Westbrook, San Antonio's Kawhi Leonard and New Orleans' Anthony Davis.
Construction milestone: First roof truss of new Bucks arena raised into position
MILWAUKEE -- The first roof truss of the new Bucks arena was raised into position on Tuesday morning, May 2nd at the Milwaukee Tool Construction Site.