In rather unsurprising news, Marc Stein of The Stein Line has reported that Milwaukee Bucks veteran Pat Connaughton will likely exercise his $9.4m player option for next season. Connaughton has until June 24 to exercise or decline the option.
This news comes as no shocker, given the lack of interest the 10-year pro would likely have on the open market if he were to enter free agency. Since his career year in the 2021–22 season, Pat’s ability to positively impact the game has steadily diminished, with his minutes all but drying up completely last season.