Bucks announce NYC hedge fund manager Jamie Dinian is "substantial owner," plus other connected investors

Bucks announce NYC hedge fund manager Jamie Dinian is "substantial owner," plus other connected investors

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks have disclosed the identify of a "substantial" new owner -- according to FOX6's news partners at the Milwaukee Business Journal.The Business Journal is reporting that substantial new owner is New York City hedge fund manager Jamie Dinan.The Business Journal reports Dinan is the founder, chairman and CEO of York Capital Management, of New York City.

Parker scores 18, Bucks clipped by Cavaliers 106-100

Parker scores 18, Bucks clipped by Cavaliers 106-100

CLEVELAND (AP) — Kevin Love, picking up the offensive slack with LeBron James and Kyrie Irving out, scored 25 points and Dion Waiters added 23, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 106-100 exhibition win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night.Love made five 3-pointers and also shook off banging his right knee while making a basket in the lane during the third quarter.

Bucks bow to Bulls in MACC Fund game, 91-85

Bucks bow to Bulls in MACC Fund game, 91-85

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Pau Gasol scored 20 points, Jimmy Butler added 18 and the Chicago Bulls picked up their first win in three preseason games, beating the cold-shooting Milwaukee Bucks 91-85 on Saturday night.Derrick Rose had 16 points, five rebounds and four assists in 23 minutes for the Bulls.

Knock knock! It's the Milwaukee Bucks keeping you safe

Knock knock! It's the Milwaukee Bucks keeping you safe

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's fire safety week, and Friday some firefighters were getting a hand from the Milwaukee Bucks.Bango and some members of the team helped to make sure people are staying safe.They went along with some Milwaukee firefighters to check homes for working smoke detectors.The fire department also made Bucks second year man, Giannis Antetokounmpo an honorary chief -- he had an important message."You gotta check you smoke detector once a month, anytime the time changes you gotta check and change your smoke detector -- and the help of me and the Bucks, we make your life easier and more safe," said Antetokounmpo.If you qualify, and live in the city of Milwaukee, firefighters will come to your home, do a fire inspection, and install fire alarms for free.

Bucks rally, win preseason opener over Memphis 86-83

Bucks rally, win preseason opener over Memphis 86-83

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The new-look Milwaukee Bucks are off to a promising start in the preseason.Rookie Jabari Parker scored eight of his 14 points in the fourth quarter, and the Bucks beat the Memphis Grizzlies 86-83 in coach Jason Kidd's first game for Milwaukee.Under new ownership, the Bucks are rebuilding after a franchise-worst 67 losses last year.

Get a peek at the Milwaukee Bucks -- for free!

Get a peek at the Milwaukee Bucks -- for free!

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks will host the second annual Bucks Fan Fest at the BMO Harris Bradley Center on Saturday, October 4th, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.The event is open to the public, and free!The Fan Fest will once again be highlighted by the team's annual open practice, which will take place at 11 a.m. The practice will provide a rare peek into the inner-workings of an NBA team, including a first look at the new faces on the Bucks squad.

Bucks tip of search for Milwaukee's top talent

Bucks tip of search for Milwaukee's top talent

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks are working in conjunction with University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and Marquette University to find fun, energetic and talented individuals eager to showcase their skills in front of thousands of fans at the BMO Harris Bradley Center this season.The Bucks will hold open auditions for their game night entertainers, including national anthem singers, Young Bucks, Grand Dancers, and Hoop Troop members on several dates in September.On Wednesday, September 10th, auditions for the Bucks Hoop Troop will take place at the BMO Harris Bradley Center on 1001 N.