Bucks' Head Coach Jason Kidd fined $15,000 for criticism of officiating
NEW YORK — Milwaukee Bucks coach Jason Kidd was fined $15,000 by the NBA on Thursday for public criticism of the officiating in a loss at Cleveland.Kidd made the comments after the 124-119 loss Tuesday night.
NEW YORK — Milwaukee Bucks coach Jason Kidd was fined $15,000 by the NBA on Thursday for public criticism of the officiating in a loss at Cleveland.Kidd made the comments after the 124-119 loss Tuesday night.
Milwaukee Bucks fall to Cavaliers 124-119 despite 40 points from Giannis
CLEVELAND — Kevin Love scored a season-high 32 points, LeBron James added 30 and the Cleveland Cavaliers withstood a 40-point performance by Giannis Antetokounmpo to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 124-119 on Tuesday night.The Cavs have been one of the NBA's biggest surprises this season — for all the wrong reasons.
CLEVELAND — Kevin Love scored a season-high 32 points, LeBron James added 30 and the Cleveland Cavaliers withstood a 40-point performance by Giannis Antetokounmpo to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 124-119 on Tuesday night.The Cavs have been one of the NBA's biggest surprises this season — for all the wrong reasons.
Bucks acquire guard Eric Bledsoe from Suns in exchange for Greg Monroe, draft picks
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have acquired guard Eric Bledsoe from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for forward-center Greg Monroe and a protected first and second-round draft pick.“Eric is a dynamic player who brings scoring and toughness to the court while enhancing our young and talented core,” said Bucks General Manager Jon Horst in a news release Tuesday, November 7th. “We thank Greg for his professionalism, leadership and contribution on the court and in the community during his time in Milwaukee.”According to the Bucks, Bledsoe, 27, is in his eighth season in the NBA and holds career averages of 13.1 points, 4.6 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game over 421 games (259 starts) with the Suns and the L.A. Clippers.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks have acquired guard Eric Bledsoe from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for forward-center Greg Monroe and a protected first and second-round draft pick.“Eric is a dynamic player who brings scoring and toughness to the court while enhancing our young and talented core,” said Bucks General Manager Jon Horst in a news release Tuesday, November 7th. “We thank Greg for his professionalism, leadership and contribution on the court and in the community during his time in Milwaukee.”According to the Bucks, Bledsoe, 27, is in his eighth season in the NBA and holds career averages of 13.1 points, 4.6 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game over 421 games (259 starts) with the Suns and the L.A. Clippers.
Milwaukee Bucks fall to Detroit Pistons, 105-96
DETROIT — Andre Drummond scored 14 of his 24 points in the third quarter — thanks mostly to an uncharacteristically sharp performance from the free throw line — and the Detroit Pistons beat the Milwaukee Bucks 105-96 on Friday night.Drummond, who has shot under 40 percent from the line in his career, went 10 of 12 in the third, drawing a roar of approval from fans.
DETROIT — Andre Drummond scored 14 of his 24 points in the third quarter — thanks mostly to an uncharacteristically sharp performance from the free throw line — and the Detroit Pistons beat the Milwaukee Bucks 105-96 on Friday night.Drummond, who has shot under 40 percent from the line in his career, went 10 of 12 in the third, drawing a roar of approval from fans.
Bobbles for Bucks fans! Team launches "Legends of the Rafters" series
MILWAUKEE -- In conjunction with the team’s 50th Anniversary season, the Milwaukee Bucks introduced on Friday, November 3rd a new way for fans to celebrate.
MILWAUKEE -- In conjunction with the team’s 50th Anniversary season, the Milwaukee Bucks introduced on Friday, November 3rd a new way for fans to celebrate.
Milwaukee Bucks fall to Charlotte Hornets 126-121
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina — Malik Monk said his goal was just to bring a little energy to the Charlotte Hornets in the fourth quarter.The rookie from Kentucky did a whole lot more than that.Monk scored 16 of Charlotte's first 18 points in the fourth quarter to help the Hornets beat the Milwaukee Bucks 126-121 on Wednesday night for their third straight win."I can score," Monk said with a laugh.The Bucks learned that the hard way.Kemba Walker had 26 points, Monk scored 18 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter and the Hornets put the clamps on the NBA's leading scorer, holding Giannis Antetokounmpo to a season-low 14 points and 13 rebounds.
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina — Malik Monk said his goal was just to bring a little energy to the Charlotte Hornets in the fourth quarter.The rookie from Kentucky did a whole lot more than that.Monk scored 16 of Charlotte's first 18 points in the fourth quarter to help the Hornets beat the Milwaukee Bucks 126-121 on Wednesday night for their third straight win."I can score," Monk said with a laugh.The Bucks learned that the hard way.Kemba Walker had 26 points, Monk scored 18 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter and the Hornets put the clamps on the NBA's leading scorer, holding Giannis Antetokounmpo to a season-low 14 points and 13 rebounds.
Thunder cruise to 110-91 win over Bucks
MILWAUKEE — Paul George scored 20 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the paint during a 16-0 run to take control early in a 110-91 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night.Russell Westbrook had 12 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists, while Carmelo Anthony scored eight of his 17 points in the pivotal first quarter.Oklahoma City went from down four to a 20-8 lead on George's jumper with 4:16 left in the first.
MILWAUKEE — Paul George scored 20 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the paint during a 16-0 run to take control early in a 110-91 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night.Russell Westbrook had 12 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists, while Carmelo Anthony scored eight of his 17 points in the pivotal first quarter.Oklahoma City went from down four to a 20-8 lead on George's jumper with 4:16 left in the first.
"Pretty unique:" Parking garage near new Bucks arena could someday feature top-level tailgating
MILWAUKEE -- The newest place to park in downtown Milwaukee opens Wednesday, November 1st.
MILWAUKEE -- The newest place to park in downtown Milwaukee opens Wednesday, November 1st.
Electrician passes away after falling from ladder at Bucks' arena site amid medical emergency
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office said Monday, October 30th a 57-year-old man died on October 28th after he fell from a ladder at the Milwaukee Bucks' arena construction site.It happened after the man from Menomonee Falls was complaining of chest pain on October 25th around 1:00 p.m.The man then fell from an eight-foot ladder and suffered severe traumatic injuries.He was pronounced dead at the hospital on October 28th.An autopsy was performed Monday.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office said Monday, October 30th a 57-year-old man died on October 28th after he fell from a ladder at the Milwaukee Bucks' arena construction site.It happened after the man from Menomonee Falls was complaining of chest pain on October 25th around 1:00 p.m.The man then fell from an eight-foot ladder and suffered severe traumatic injuries.He was pronounced dead at the hospital on October 28th.An autopsy was performed Monday.
Parking garage at new Bucks arena to open November 1st
MILWAUKEE -- Bucks Spokesman, Barry Baum, confirms the new parking garage that will connect to the new Bucks arena will open Wednesday, November 1st.
MILWAUKEE -- Bucks Spokesman, Barry Baum, confirms the new parking garage that will connect to the new Bucks arena will open Wednesday, November 1st.
Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 33 as Bucks breeze past Hawks
ATLANTA — Giannis Antetokounmpo was wary of a mid-afternoon tip-off, concerned about a sluggish start for the Milwaukee Bucks."Usually in games like this, early game, you come out a little bit lazy, and we've done that in the past," he said. "I wanted to set a good tone."Took care of that practically by himself.Antetokounmpo scored 33 points, Khris Middleton had 27 and the Bucks cruised to a 117-106 victory over the outmanned Atlanta Hawks on Sunday.Antetokounmpo also had 11 rebounds and five assists.
ATLANTA — Giannis Antetokounmpo was wary of a mid-afternoon tip-off, concerned about a sluggish start for the Milwaukee Bucks."Usually in games like this, early game, you come out a little bit lazy, and we've done that in the past," he said. "I wanted to set a good tone."Took care of that practically by himself.Antetokounmpo scored 33 points, Khris Middleton had 27 and the Bucks cruised to a 117-106 victory over the outmanned Atlanta Hawks on Sunday.Antetokounmpo also had 11 rebounds and five assists.
"Return to the MECCA" matchup: Milwaukee Bucks fall to Boston Celtics 96-89
MILWAUKEE — Al Horford had 27 points and nine rebounds, and the Boston Celtics beat the Milwaukee Bucks 96-89 on Thursday night.Kyrie Irving added 24 points and seven assists for Boston, which avenged a loss to Milwaukee in Boston earlier this month.The game was played at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, formerly known as the MECCA, which served as the Bucks' home from 1968 until the team moved into the Bradley Center in 1988.The Bucks chose to play one game this season at the 11,000-seat arena to mark the franchise's 50th anniversary.
MILWAUKEE — Al Horford had 27 points and nine rebounds, and the Boston Celtics beat the Milwaukee Bucks 96-89 on Thursday night.Kyrie Irving added 24 points and seven assists for Boston, which avenged a loss to Milwaukee in Boston earlier this month.The game was played at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, formerly known as the MECCA, which served as the Bucks' home from 1968 until the team moved into the Bradley Center in 1988.The Bucks chose to play one game this season at the 11,000-seat arena to mark the franchise's 50th anniversary.
"Stepping into yesteryear:" Milwaukee Bucks 'Return to the MECCA' with retro court
MILWAUKEE -- It's the "court that made Milwaukee famous." The floor at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, formerly known as the MECCA, was replicated for the Milwaukee Bucks vs.
MILWAUKEE -- It's the "court that made Milwaukee famous." The floor at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, formerly known as the MECCA, was replicated for the Milwaukee Bucks vs.
“Return to the MECCA” game is part of the Bucks’ celebration of their 50th Anniversary
MILWAUKEE -- Nostalgic excitement for Milwaukee basketball fans -- as the Bucks "Return to the MECCA" tonight.
MILWAUKEE -- Nostalgic excitement for Milwaukee basketball fans -- as the Bucks "Return to the MECCA" tonight.
Worker at Bucks arena construction site suffers "non-work related health emergency"
MILWAUKEE -- A worker at the Milwaukee Bucks arena construction site required medical attention for a non-work related health emergency on Wednesday afternoon, October 25th.A statement from Scott Heberlein, vice president and general manager of Mortensen Construction, said the incident happened around 1:30 p.m. The statement goes on to say, "The worker received immediate medical care by personnel on site and was transported by ambulance to a local hospital for further treatment."FOX6 News learned workers on the job site were called together and the site was shut down for the day.Milwaukee police are investigating this incident.
MILWAUKEE -- A worker at the Milwaukee Bucks arena construction site required medical attention for a non-work related health emergency on Wednesday afternoon, October 25th.A statement from Scott Heberlein, vice president and general manager of Mortensen Construction, said the incident happened around 1:30 p.m. The statement goes on to say, "The worker received immediate medical care by personnel on site and was transported by ambulance to a local hospital for further treatment."FOX6 News learned workers on the job site were called together and the site was shut down for the day.Milwaukee police are investigating this incident.
"It's exciting:" Bucks team up with BuyCostumes.com to deliver free Halloween costumes
MILWAUKEE -- Halloween is just around the corner, and many boys and girls in the Milwaukee area are missing one important item they'll need for the big day.
MILWAUKEE -- Halloween is just around the corner, and many boys and girls in the Milwaukee area are missing one important item they'll need for the big day.
Giannis Antetokounmpo powers Bucks past Hornets 103-94
MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points and 14 rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks scored the final nine points in a 103-94 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night.Antetokounmpo was 13 for 21 from the field and 6 for 8 at the line.
MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points and 14 rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks scored the final nine points in a 103-94 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night.Antetokounmpo was 13 for 21 from the field and 6 for 8 at the line.
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
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.
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.