Sneak peek: Bucks show off replica throwback court ahead of "Mecca" matchup
MILWAUKEE -- On Monday, October 23rd, three days away from one of the most anticipated Milwaukee Bucks' home games of the season, we got a sneak peek inside the UWM Panther Arena -- at the throwback court.On Thursday night, October 26th, the Bucks are returning to "The Mecca" for one night only, as they face the Boston Celtics.Both teams will play on a replica of the famous Robert Indiana-designed court.Known by many as "the court that made Milwaukee famous," the Bucks played on the court from 1977 through 1988, winning more than 70 percent of their games there.PHOTO GALLERY
Giannis Antetokounmpo Eastern Conference Player of the Week for 3rd time in his career
MILWAUKEE -- Giannis Antetokounmpo has been named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the first week of the 2017-18 NBA season, the NBA announced Monday, October 23rd.The award is Antetokounmpo’s third Player of the Week honor of his career.According to a news release from Milwaukee Bucks officials, Antetokounmpo averaged 38.3 points, 9.7 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 2.7 steals over the first three games of the season and shot 67.2 percent overall.
Antetokounmpo scores career-high 44, Bucks edge Blazers
MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 17 of his career-high 44 points in the fourth quarter, and he gave Milwaukee the lead for good on a breakaway dunk with 11 seconds left in the Bucks' 113-110 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night.
Milwaukee Bucks fall to Cleveland Cavaliers 116-97
MILWAUKEE — LeBron James had 24 points and eight assists, and Kyle Korver hit three straight 3s in a decisive third-quarter run to help the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 116-97 on Friday night.Kevin Love added 17 points and 12 rebounds for the Cavs.
Milwaukee Bucks' season opener held at BMO Harris Bradley Center for the last time
MILWAUKEE -- With some flash and some bang, the Milwaukee Bucks will open their 50th season as a team -- and their 30th and final one at the BMO Harris Bradley Center against the Cleveland Cavaliers Friday evening, October 20th.Fans will be part of the show; everyone in attendance gets a bracelet that will light up with the pregame and halftime performances.
Milwaukee Bucks bring back MECCA court for upcoming "Return to the MECCA" game
MILWAUKEE -- The "court that made Milwaukee famous" will be replicated for the Milwaukee Bucks' "Return to the MECCA" game on Thursday, October 26th against the Boston Celtics, according to a recent release.The Milwaukee Bucks said that when the Bucks and Celtics take the floor at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, formerly known as the MECCA, they’ll do so on a replica of the famous Robert Indiana-designed court.
The 30th and final season for Bucks basketball at the BMO Harris Bradley Center tips off tonight
MILWAUKEE -- The 30th and final season for Bucks basketball at the BMO Harris Bradley Center tips off tonight.
"Bigger than just the Bucks:" Team official says arena just the first part of three-phase development
MILWAUKEE -- One Milwaukee Bucks official said Thursday, October 19th the team is making just as much progress off the court as they are on it.
Stay connected: The new Bucks jerseys that are tailored towards tech lovers
MILWAUKEE -- The Bucks kicked off their season last night and there's a lot of excitement around the team this year - including some new technology.
With 37 points, Giannis Antetokounmpo lifts Bucks over Celtics in season opener
BOSTON — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 16 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter, and the Milwaukee Bucks opened their season with a 108-100 victory over Boston on Wednesday night, October 18th to spoil the homecoming of a Celtics team coming off a late and emotional season opener.One night after a gruesome broken ankle just six minutes into the season cost Boston top free agent Gordon Hayward — perhaps for the entire season — the Celtics fell to 0-2 by giving up an 11-1 run that left Milwaukee with a 97-90 lead and under three minutes to play.Antetokounmpo added 13 rebounds, Rookie of the Year Malcolm Brogdon scored 19 points and Khris Middleton had 15 points and nine rebounds for the Bucks.
Milwaukee Bucks get first win of the preseason against Detroit Pistons
MILWAUKEE -- BUCKS 107, PISTONS 103Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 17 points, grabbed six rebounds and handed out six assists as Milwaukee (1-3) avoided a winless preseason.Avery Bradley and Andre Drummond were brilliant for visiting Detroit (2-3).
Comedian Jim Gaffigan to perform 1st-ever comedy show at new Bucks arena
MILWAUKEE -- Comedian Jim Gaffigan will perform the first-ever comedy show at the new Wisconsin Entertainment and Sports Center on Saturday, September 22nd, 2018.This is the first announced show for the new world-class arena in Milwaukee, which will open in the fall of 2018.
Milwaukee Bucks lose against Chicago Bulls 114-101
BULLS 114, BUCKS 101Justin Holiday scored 21 points and Denzel Valentine, Nikola Mirotic and Bobby Portis each added 15 to help Chicago win a preseason home game.
Escalators and stairs, precast and zinc panels being installed on new Bucks arena
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks organization -- along with Mortenson Construction -- have been giving regular updates on the new downtown arena so fans and taxpayers can follow along with the more than $500 million project.
Milwaukee Bucks sign free agent guard Xavier Munford
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Thursday, October 5th that the team has signed free agent guard Xavier Munford to a contract.Munford, 25, was a member of the 2017 USA AmeriCup Team that finished 5-0 and won the gold medal in Argentina.
"The Bucks family is heartbroken:" Bucks show support after the death of Giannis Antetokounmpo's father
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks player Giannis Antetokounmpo's father, Charles Antetokounmpo, has passed away.
NBA suggests to teams unity ideas, reminds of anthem rule
NEW YORK — The NBA is recommending teams address fans or show videos expressing themes of unity before their first home games, while reminding them of the rule that players must stand for the national anthem.A memo was sent to teams Friday, a day after Commissioner Adam Silver said he expected players would stand for the anthem.In the memo, obtained by The Associated Press, Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum suggested teams use their opening games "to demonstrate your commitment to the NBA's core values of equality, diversity, inclusion and serve as a unifying force in the community."He recommended an address by a player or coach to fans before the anthem, or a video featuring players or community leaders speaking about important issues and showing photos from past community events.The league's preseason schedule begins Saturday with two games, including the NBA champion Golden State Warriors hosting Denver.Tatum said the league supports and encourages players to express their views on matters that are important to them, while reminding of the rule that players, coaches and trainers stand respectfully for the anthem."The league office will determine how to deal with any possible instance in which a player, coach or trainer does not stand for the anthem. (Teams do not have the discretion to waive this rule)," the memo says.The memo builds on discussions held by the NBA's Board of Governors this week, and follows up on one Silver and players association executive director Michele Roberts sent to players recently.It recommends that teams organize internal discussions to hear the players' perspectives, if they haven't already, and to start or expand programs within their communities."The players have embraced their roles in those efforts and we are proud of the work they do in our communities," Tatum wrote.The memo was first reported by ESPN.com.
Milwaukee Bucks players chime in on President Trump's national anthem comments
MILWAUKEE -- The NFL and its players got a lot of attention Sunday, September 24th responding to President Donald Trump's comments about players who kneel or sit during the national anthem.