The Milwaukee Bucks approach the 2025-26 season missing the clear second option they've had behind Giannis Antetokounmpo for years. There will be no Damian Lillard. No Khris Middleton. Not even Jrue Holiday, so the Bucks could be in dangerous territory if their star misses time.
Instead, the team is fully committed to running through point-Giannis. Given his even greater role, navigating his minutes off the floor will be critical. More pressing than that, the whole roster model relies on Antetokounmpo staying healthy. It isn't fun to think about, but if he misses his typical 15 or so games, the Bucks will have a harder time covering for him than in years past.