The Milwaukee Bucks are reaching the stage at which trade rumors will run rampant until the deadline has passed. Milwaukee has fallen below .500, the cast of shot creators is thin and underwhelming, and Giannis Antetokounmpo is running out of reasons to remain loyal.
With their backs against the wall, the Bucks have reportedly expressed interest in polarizing All-Star shooting guard Zach LaVine—and with good reason.
LaVine has become a divisive figure with unavoidable talent, a lack of postseason success, and a massive contract. He's owed $47,499,660 for the 2025-26 season and has a $48,967,380 player option for 2026-27 that would undoubtedly limit a team's cap flexibility.