"Numbers don't lie:" Bucks co-owner, forward respond to comments Milwaukee's "segregated, racist"
MILWAUKEE -- Out of bounds, or a slam-dunk observation?
Bucks president calls Milwaukee "most segregated, racist place I've ever experienced in my life"
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks president Peter Feigin told a Madison audience on September 21st that Milwaukee “is the most segregated, racist place I’ve ever experienced in my life” in discussing how the Bucks arena district is designed to positively impact downtown Milwaukee -- according to the Milwaukee Business Journal.The Milwaukee Business Journal is reporting Feigin made his remarks during an appearance before the Rotary Club of Madison.When contacted Monday, September 26th by the Business Journal, Feigin said via email that he was discussing the “hard truths” about the difficult issues facing the city of Milwaukee.Here is the full quote from Feigin on Milwaukee race relations, according to the Wisconsin State Journal:“Very bluntly, Milwaukee is the most segregated, racist place I’ve ever experienced in my life.
Construction of new Milwaukee Bucks arena closes Juneau Avenue for 2 years
MILWAUKEE -- Construction of the new Milwaukee Bucks arena is shutting down a two-block stretch of Juneau Avenue for nearly two years.The street closed Monday, September 26th between 4th and 6th Streets, and Department of Public Works officials said it will remain closed until mid-2018.The new arena is scheduled to open in late summer or early fall 2018.Juneau runs between the new arena and a new parking structure being built.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
Giannis Antetokounmpo to Bucks fans: "We’re building something special right now"
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo wrote an open letter to fans and season ticket holders of the team.
Bucks acquire Michael Beasley from Rockets for Tyler Ennis
MILWAUKEE — The Bucks have acquired forward Michael Beasley from the Houston Rockets for backup point guard Tyler Ennis in a deal that beefs up Milwaukee's frontcourt depth.The 6-foot-9 Beasley averaged 12.8 points and 4.9 rebounds in 20 games last season for Houston.
Milwaukee Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo reach agreement on contract extension
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have reached an agreement with Giannis Antetokounmpo on a contract extension, General Manager John Hammond announced on Monday, September 19th.The contract will be finalized at a press conference Tuesday afternoon.The Buck says Antetokounmpo, 21, appeared in 80 games (79 starts) last season and averaged career highs in points (16.9), rebounds (7.7), assists (4.3), blocks (1.4) and minutes (35.3).
"A great addition:" Milwaukee Bucks announce partnership with Uber
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks are making it a whole lot easier to get to games.
Milwaukee Bucks sign free agent G/F Xavier Henry to training camp roster
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have signed free agent guard/forward Xavier Henry to the training camp roster.According to a news release issued by the Bucks, Henry, 25, most recently spent time in the NBA with the Los Angeles Lakers, appearing in nine games during the 2014-15 season, averaging 2.2 points in 9.6 minutes per contest.
Bucks announce return of Flex Plan; 12-game ticket packet that can be customized
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Thursday, September 8th the return of the team’s Flex Plan, a fully-customizable 12-game ticket pack that can include any of the best matchups on the Bucks’ schedule this season.A news release issued by the Bucks says the Flex Plan empowers fans to customize their own packages that best fit their schedules and cheering interests.
Milwaukee Bucks re-sign free-agent forward Steve Novak
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks have re-signed free-agent forward Steve Novak.Terms of the deal announced Monday, August 29th were not disclosed.Milwaukee signed the 33-year-old Novak on Feb. 22, but he appeared in only three games before a left knee injury forced him out for the rest of the season.Before signing with Milwaukee, Novak played in seven games for Oklahoma City last season.Novak, a 6-foot-10 forward from Marquette, has appeared in 459 career games, including six starts, averaging 4.7 points and 1.3 rebounds per game while shooting 43.1 percent from 3-point range in 10 seasons.
Bucks, Froedtert & MCW partner on Sports Science Center and Community Health Center
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Health Network announced on Friday, August 26th an expansion of their community partnership.
Bucks are searching for Wisconsin’s most fun, energetic and talented performers
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks are once again searching for Wisconsin’s most fun, energetic and talented performers to join the various groups that comprise the Bucks Entertainment Network.
Bucks once again searching for Wisconsin’s most fun, energetic and talented performers
MILWAUKEE -- The start of a new season of Bucks basketball is still two months away.
Milwaukee Bucks sign free agent guard Jason Terry
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have signed free agent guard Jason Terry.Terms of the contract were not disclosed.According to the Bucks, Terry, 38, is a 17-year NBA veteran who spent the last two seasons playing for the Houston Rockets.
Bucks release 2016-17 schedule
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks release their regular season schedule for the 2016-17 season.
He's 45 inches tall, 43 pounds and is hoping to play in the NBA; meet Vinnie Walker, Jr.
MILWAUKEE -- It's never too early to shoot for your dreams.
Milwaukee Bucks re-sign free agent center Miles Plumlee
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Tuesday, August 2nd that they have re-signed restricted free agent center Miles Plumlee.
Bucks, Froedtert Hospital announce partnership to advance health of Milwaukee residents
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network announced on Monday, July 25th a new long-term partnership focused on advancing the health and well-being of Milwaukee residents.It is an effort to build up low-income neighborhoods, and get people back to work."Together we are going to make this a healthier, safer, more vibrant community," Bucks President Peter Feigin said.The Bucks and Froedtert will partner on a variety of programs in the coming years in the categories of education and workforce development, chronic disease management, and community health and wellness."Together we are committed to fighting chronic diseases by providing more access to regular health screenings in neighborhoods where access to health care is challenging," Feigin said.
Bucks arena: Project labor agreement ironed out with trade, union organizations
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Friday, July 22nd the completion of a project labor agreement between Mortenson Construction and local trade and union organizations governing the construction of the new arena in downtown Milwaukee.The agreement outlines the so-called "rules of engagement" for all arena construction employees and their craftspeople throughout the expected two-year term of construction.In a statement, Bucks President Peter Feigin said the following: