Milwaukee Bucks fall to Charlotte Hornets 107-96 in season opener
MILWAUKEE — Michael Kidd-Gilchrist had 23 points and 14 rebounds in his return from a shoulder injury, Roy Hibbert added 15 points, and the Charlotte Hornets opened their season with a 107-96 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night.The Hornets led by as many as 24 points in the third quarter before fending off a late charge from Milwaukee.The Bucks, who looked lackluster for much of the game, drew energy from Greg Monroe's hustle in the paint and Jason Terry's floater that cut the lead to 93-85 with 5:08 left.But the Hornets held on down the stretch, getting a straightaway 3 from Marvin Williams for a 12-point lead with 3:21 left.The 7-foot-2 Hibbert had a couple of rim-rocking dunks in the third quarter that helped build the 20-point lead.Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 31 points.
Parking in downtown Milwaukee is limited for big events, but "people will find a way"
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks will welcome thousands of basketball fans to the BMO Harris Bradley Center on Wednesday, October 26th -- for the team's home opener.
Plenty of new features for fans at BMO Harris Bradley Center as Bucks prepare for 2016-2017 season
MILWAUKEE -- Wednesday, October 26th is opening night for the Milwaukee Bucks at the BMO Harris Bradley Center -- and there's a load of new things in store for fans.The Sobelman's location has been renovated, and there have been changes made to the menu.
Bucks: Jabari Parker's sticking around a while more after contract option exercised
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Wednesday, October 19th that the team has exercised the fourth-year contract option on Jabari Parker.The Bucks say Parker, 21, has appeared in 101 games (97 starts) in his first two NBA seasons and holds career averages of 13.6 points and 5.3 rebounds in 31.1 minutes per game.
Milwaukee Bucks: Michael Carter-Williams out, Tony Snell in
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Monday, October 17th that the team has acquired fourth-year guard Tony Snell from the Chicago Bulls in exchange for fourth-year guard Michael Carter-Williams.In three games to date during the 2016 preseason, Snell, 24, has averaged 9.7 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 16.0 minutes.
Basketball fans, get your Milwaukee Bucks license plate now!
MADISON -- Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is now accepting orders for the long-awaited Milwaukee Bucks specialty license plate.Purchasing this plate includes the $15 issuance fee for non-personalized plates and an additional $25 tax-deductible donation, which is also required at each renewal.
"A lot of pride over there:" 2 Bucks hopefuls made 7,000-mile trek for a chance to play for Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- As unlikely as it may sound, the Milwaukee Bucks seem to be fostering a basketball connection with China.To call Michael Beasley well-traveled would be an understatement.
Parking structure at 4th & Highland to close October 6th; it will be demolished as part of new Bucks arena
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the City of Milwaukee's Department of Public Works are alerting the public that the parking structure at N. 4th Street and W.
"Not a protest:" Milwaukee Bucks stand together in 'show of unity' during national anthem
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks on Monday, October 3rd posted to Twitter a photo of the team standing together in a show of unity ahead of their preseason opener vs.
FOX Sports Wisconsin to televise 4 iconic games from Milwaukee Bucks' history leading up to season opener
MILWAUKEE -- FOX Sports Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Bucks have announced plans to televise four iconic games from Bucks’ history throughout the month of October.Fans will have the opportunity to relive memorable moments in team history weekly leading up to the Bucks’ season opener against the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday, October 26th.The schedule is as follows, according to a release from FOX Sports Wisconsin officials:
"The tip-off event of the season:" Bucks host 4th annual 'Fan Fest' ahead of first pre-season game vs. Bulls
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks pre-season begins Monday, October 3rd when the team takes on the Chicago Bulls at the United Center in Chicago -- and in celebration of the start of the new season, the Bucks on Sunday, October 2nd hosted their fourth annual "Bucks Fan Fest." The big draw was the opportunity to mingle with players -- and watch the team take to the floor for a scrimmage.
Milwaukee Bucks announce 2016-17 promotional schedule; giveaways
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks fans will be taking home some sweet game memorabilia as the Bucks have announced the promotional calendar for the upcoming 2016-17 season.
Milwaukee Business Journal: 150-room Hyatt Place hotel proposed near new Bucks arena
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Business Journal reports an Illinois developer, attracted to the downtown Milwaukee market and the allure of the Bucks arena, is proposing a 150-room hotel at The Brewery.The six-story hotel would be built at 821 W.
Can you sing the National Anthem? The Bucks want to hear from you at open auditions
MILWAUKEE -- Members of the public will have the opportunity to showcase their musical abilities as they vie for the chance to perform in front of thousands at the Bucks’ National Anthem Auditions on Wednesday, October 12th.Gifted individuals and performance groups will have the opportunity to perform the national anthem in front of a judging panel with hopes of being selected to the Bucks’ pregame talent lineup.
Milwaukee Bucks: Khris Middleton undergoes surgery to repair ruptured hamstring
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks General Manager John Hammond announced on Thursday, September 29th that guard Khris Middleton underwent successful surgery Wednesday to repair his ruptured left hamstring.The surgery was performed at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York by Dr.
Bucks president offers written statement saying, "Every city faces challenges, and Milwaukee is no exception"
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks President Peter Feigin provided FOX6 News a written statement regarding comments he made that Milwaukee is the most segregated and racist city he's ever experienced in his life.Feigin delivered the remarks September 21st before the Rotary Club of Madison.
"Numbers don't lie:" Bucks co-owner, forward respond to comments Milwaukee's "segregated, racist"
MILWAUKEE -- Out of bounds, or a slam-dunk observation?
Bucks president calls Milwaukee "most segregated, racist place I've ever experienced in my life"
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks president Peter Feigin told a Madison audience on September 21st that Milwaukee “is the most segregated, racist place I’ve ever experienced in my life” in discussing how the Bucks arena district is designed to positively impact downtown Milwaukee -- according to the Milwaukee Business Journal.The Milwaukee Business Journal is reporting Feigin made his remarks during an appearance before the Rotary Club of Madison.When contacted Monday, September 26th by the Business Journal, Feigin said via email that he was discussing the “hard truths” about the difficult issues facing the city of Milwaukee.Here is the full quote from Feigin on Milwaukee race relations, according to the Wisconsin State Journal:“Very bluntly, Milwaukee is the most segregated, racist place I’ve ever experienced in my life.
Construction of new Milwaukee Bucks arena closes Juneau Avenue for 2 years
MILWAUKEE -- Construction of the new Milwaukee Bucks arena is shutting down a two-block stretch of Juneau Avenue for nearly two years.The street closed Monday, September 26th between 4th and 6th Streets, and Department of Public Works officials said it will remain closed until mid-2018.The new arena is scheduled to open in late summer or early fall 2018.Juneau runs between the new arena and a new parking structure being built.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.
Giannis Antetokounmpo to Bucks fans: "We’re building something special right now"
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo wrote an open letter to fans and season ticket holders of the team.