'From Coin Toss to Championship:' A game-by-game breakdown of how the Bucks won the 1970-71 title
MILWAUKEE -- Three, two, one -- and it's over.
MILWAUKEE -- Three, two, one -- and it's over.
Milwaukee Bucks bring slam dunk of a surprise to nurses: 'We really wanted to say thank you'
WAUWATOSA -- There was a sweet surprise for nurses at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin on Thursday, May 28.
WAUWATOSA -- There was a sweet surprise for nurses at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin on Thursday, May 28.
Patrick Ewing out of hospital after being treated for COVID-19
WASHINGTON -- Georgetown basketball coach and former NBA great Patrick Ewing has been released from the hospital and is recovering from COVID-19 at home, his son said Monday.The 57-year-old Hall of Famer, who played for the Hoyas in college and the New York Knicks in the NBA, announced Friday that he had tested positive for the coronavirus and was being treated at a hospital.Patrick Ewing Jr.
WASHINGTON -- Georgetown basketball coach and former NBA great Patrick Ewing has been released from the hospital and is recovering from COVID-19 at home, his son said Monday.The 57-year-old Hall of Famer, who played for the Hoyas in college and the New York Knicks in the NBA, announced Friday that he had tested positive for the coronavirus and was being treated at a hospital.Patrick Ewing Jr.
Deff-initely Milwaukee: Tipping off with Milwaukee Bucks Senior VP Alex Lasry
MILWAUKEE -- Back in March, Alex Lasry found out the COVID-19 pandemic had not only canceled his wedding but also put his team's pursuit of a championship on hold.In this episode of Deff-initely Milwaukee, Carl Deffenbaugh chats with the Bucks Senior VP about what it will take for the NBA season to resume and how, even if the Democratic National Convention goes virtual, it can still turn Milwaukee into a major player on the national and global stage.You'll also hear about Lasry's time working in the Obama White House and his favorite restaurant takeout during this time of social distancing.Related show links:
MILWAUKEE -- Back in March, Alex Lasry found out the COVID-19 pandemic had not only canceled his wedding but also put his team's pursuit of a championship on hold.In this episode of Deff-initely Milwaukee, Carl Deffenbaugh chats with the Bucks Senior VP about what it will take for the NBA season to resume and how, even if the Democratic National Convention goes virtual, it can still turn Milwaukee into a major player on the national and global stage.You'll also hear about Lasry's time working in the Obama White House and his favorite restaurant takeout during this time of social distancing.Related show links:
NBA says it is talking with Disney about resuming season
ORLANDO -- The NBA is in talks with The Walt Disney Company on a single-site scenario for a resumption of play in Central Florida in late July, the clearest sign yet that the league believes the season can continue amid the coronavirus pandemic.The National Basketball Players Association is also part of the talks with Disney.
ORLANDO -- The NBA is in talks with The Walt Disney Company on a single-site scenario for a resumption of play in Central Florida in late July, the clearest sign yet that the league believes the season can continue amid the coronavirus pandemic.The National Basketball Players Association is also part of the talks with Disney.
Radiothon hosted by Bucks' Pat Connaughton raises $205K+ for COVID-19 relief
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton hosted Capture Sports Marketing’s Athletes Doing Good Radiothon on ESPN Wisconsin on Thursday, May 21 -- and raised a total of $205,859 for COVID-19 relief during the 11-hour event.The $205,859 includes a match of all donations from Herb Kohl Philanthropies.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton hosted Capture Sports Marketing’s Athletes Doing Good Radiothon on ESPN Wisconsin on Thursday, May 21 -- and raised a total of $205,859 for COVID-19 relief during the 11-hour event.The $205,859 includes a match of all donations from Herb Kohl Philanthropies.
Pat Connaughton radiothon for COVID-19 relief draws big names, news from Wisconsin sports
MILWAUKEE -- With no basketball and an opportunity to help, Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton held a radiothon to raise money for COVID-19 relief on Thursday, May 21.One of the great things about Connaughton being on the radio all day, he was able to provide optimism with news from the Bucks' General Manager Jon Horst.
MILWAUKEE -- With no basketball and an opportunity to help, Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton held a radiothon to raise money for COVID-19 relief on Thursday, May 21.One of the great things about Connaughton being on the radio all day, he was able to provide optimism with news from the Bucks' General Manager Jon Horst.
Analysis: The NBA seems on the cusp of a comeback plan
MILWAUKEE -- Something is finally clear in the uncertain NBA: Players believe they’re going to play games again this season.The obvious questions — How?
MILWAUKEE -- Something is finally clear in the uncertain NBA: Players believe they’re going to play games again this season.The obvious questions — How?
Milwaukee Bucks' Pat Connaughton to host Radiothon to raise funds for COVID-19 relief
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton will host Capture Sports Marketing’s Athletes Doing Good Radiothon airing on ESPN Wisconsin on Thursday, May 21, to raise funds for COVID-19 relief.The radiothon will air on both 94.5 ESPN Milwaukee and 100.5 ESPN Madison from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. with all proceeds raised during the event going to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin and Connaughton’s foundation, With Us, to help support COVID-19 relief.A news release says fans can be a part of the radiothon by donating, bidding on silent auction items, or purchasing a buy-it-now item.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton will host Capture Sports Marketing’s Athletes Doing Good Radiothon airing on ESPN Wisconsin on Thursday, May 21, to raise funds for COVID-19 relief.The radiothon will air on both 94.5 ESPN Milwaukee and 100.5 ESPN Madison from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. with all proceeds raised during the event going to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin and Connaughton’s foundation, With Us, to help support COVID-19 relief.A news release says fans can be a part of the radiothon by donating, bidding on silent auction items, or purchasing a buy-it-now item.
Milwaukee Bucks, Fiserv Forum donating $150K worth of food to community
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks and Fiserv Forum are donating $150,000 worth of food to be made into meals for communities in need, the team announced Wednesday, May 20.Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin will retrieve the food from Fiserv Forum over a two-week operation, starting on Thursday, May 21 when 10,000 pounds of food will be picked up.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks and Fiserv Forum are donating $150,000 worth of food to be made into meals for communities in need, the team announced Wednesday, May 20.Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin will retrieve the food from Fiserv Forum over a two-week operation, starting on Thursday, May 21 when 10,000 pounds of food will be picked up.
'Just trying to do as much as I can:' Bucks' George Hill helping others during COVID-19 pandemic
MILWAUKEE -- While there has not been an opportunity to play basketball for the Milwaukee Bucks, there have been opportunities to help others during the coronavirus pandemic.One Bucks player is doing his part.When the NBA shut down its season, the Bucks players and the organization made sure to donate to the employees of Fiserv Forum while they weren't working.
MILWAUKEE -- While there has not been an opportunity to play basketball for the Milwaukee Bucks, there have been opportunities to help others during the coronavirus pandemic.One Bucks player is doing his part.When the NBA shut down its season, the Bucks players and the organization made sure to donate to the employees of Fiserv Forum while they weren't working.
NBA teams start to reopen, testing plan begins emerging
MIAMI — The NBA took tiny steps toward a return to normalcy Friday, as a small number of practice facilities reopened for workouts and at least one team received permission from the league to test players and staff for the coronavirus.Cleveland and Portland were open for players who wanted to get voluntary workouts in, with Cavaliers forward Cedi Osman among the first to be back on an NBA practice court since the league ordered those facilities closed seven weeks ago.“Great to be back,” Osman wrote on Instagram, as he took a selfie standing in what appeared to be an otherwise-empty practice gym.And the Orlando Magic revealed that they have been authorized by health officials in Orange County, Florida to test players and staff.
MIAMI — The NBA took tiny steps toward a return to normalcy Friday, as a small number of practice facilities reopened for workouts and at least one team received permission from the league to test players and staff for the coronavirus.Cleveland and Portland were open for players who wanted to get voluntary workouts in, with Cavaliers forward Cedi Osman among the first to be back on an NBA practice court since the league ordered those facilities closed seven weeks ago.“Great to be back,” Osman wrote on Instagram, as he took a selfie standing in what appeared to be an otherwise-empty practice gym.And the Orlando Magic revealed that they have been authorized by health officials in Orange County, Florida to test players and staff.
'(Expletive) Khris Middleton:' Giannis Antetokounmpo's Twitter account hacked
MILWAUKEE --Giannis Antetokounmpo's social media accounts were hacked on Thursday afternoon, May 7, and several bizarre and offensive tweets were posted, according to the Milwaukee Bucks, Antetokounmpo's brother and the player's representatives.More than a dozen tweets popped up on Antetokounmpo's feed in the span of about five minutes, and they appeared to clearly be the work of someone other than the reigning MVP.
MILWAUKEE --Giannis Antetokounmpo's social media accounts were hacked on Thursday afternoon, May 7, and several bizarre and offensive tweets were posted, according to the Milwaukee Bucks, Antetokounmpo's brother and the player's representatives.More than a dozen tweets popped up on Antetokounmpo's feed in the span of about five minutes, and they appeared to clearly be the work of someone other than the reigning MVP.
'We are confident:' Milwaukee Bucks' Robin Lopez, Pat Connaughton discuss wait for NBA season
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks players are anxious to get back on the court soon, and the hope is that the end of the coronavirus-induced hold on the NBA season is near.FOX6's Tim Van Vooren got a chance to talk with a couple of the players about what they've been doing when they get the OK to return.It is fair to say that absence makes the heart grow fonder.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Bucks players are anxious to get back on the court soon, and the hope is that the end of the coronavirus-induced hold on the NBA season is near.FOX6's Tim Van Vooren got a chance to talk with a couple of the players about what they've been doing when they get the OK to return.It is fair to say that absence makes the heart grow fonder.
Submit a video: Bucks seeking local entertainers for 'Milwaukee Talent Search At Home'
MILWAUKEE --The Bucks are seeking local entertainers for "Milwaukee Talent Search At Home," an initiative starting Friday, May 1 through Monday, Sept. 7.Fans can upload videos showcasing their talents for a chance to perform at a future game, concert or event or to be featured on Fiserv Forum and/or Bucks social media.According to a press release, video submissions should spotlight the special talents that have been keeping people busy while staying at home during the COVID-19 crisis, such as skits, comedy routines, famous sports moment parodies (Bucks preferred) and TikTok videos.
MILWAUKEE --The Bucks are seeking local entertainers for "Milwaukee Talent Search At Home," an initiative starting Friday, May 1 through Monday, Sept. 7.Fans can upload videos showcasing their talents for a chance to perform at a future game, concert or event or to be featured on Fiserv Forum and/or Bucks social media.According to a press release, video submissions should spotlight the special talents that have been keeping people busy while staying at home during the COVID-19 crisis, such as skits, comedy routines, famous sports moment parodies (Bucks preferred) and TikTok videos.
Bucks sell 'Undivided' T-shirt, proceeds help part-time employees from Fiserv Forum now out of work
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Wednesday, April 29 that the team is making available a Bucks "Undivided" T-shirt.The shirts cost $25 -- and a news release indicates all proceeds from the purchase will go into the Bucks' Emergency Relief Fund which helps support part-time employees who are "currently out of work and make Fiserv Forum the best arena in the world."The Bucks website indicates "T-shirt orders will arrive in 14-21 days due to the delays that have occurred with the outbreak."
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Wednesday, April 29 that the team is making available a Bucks "Undivided" T-shirt.The shirts cost $25 -- and a news release indicates all proceeds from the purchase will go into the Bucks' Emergency Relief Fund which helps support part-time employees who are "currently out of work and make Fiserv Forum the best arena in the world."The Bucks website indicates "T-shirt orders will arrive in 14-21 days due to the delays that have occurred with the outbreak."
'Take it home:' Mask kits distributed at Fiserv Forum, to be assembled for frontline workers
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks would be in the heart of the NBA playoffs right now if it weren't for the coronavirus pandemic putting the season on hold.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks would be in the heart of the NBA playoffs right now if it weren't for the coronavirus pandemic putting the season on hold.
AP Source: NBA facilities will begin to reopen for players Friday
MIAMI — A person with knowledge of the situation says NBA players will be allowed to return to team training facilities starting Friday, provided that their local governments do not have a stay-at-home order prohibiting such movement.Any workouts that take place would be voluntary and individual sessions only, according to the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the directives from the league were not released publicly.Group practices would not be allowed yet, and teams will not yet be permitted to organize in-person workouts.The NBA’s move is not a sign that a return to play is imminent.
MIAMI — A person with knowledge of the situation says NBA players will be allowed to return to team training facilities starting Friday, provided that their local governments do not have a stay-at-home order prohibiting such movement.Any workouts that take place would be voluntary and individual sessions only, according to the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the directives from the league were not released publicly.Group practices would not be allowed yet, and teams will not yet be permitted to organize in-person workouts.The NBA’s move is not a sign that a return to play is imminent.
NBA players to receive 25% less in paychecks starting May 15
NEW YORK -- NBA players will see 25% of their paychecks taken out starting May 15, the first direct hit to their salaries because of the coronavirus pandemic.The decision was finalized Friday in a board of governors meeting and was done in concert with the National Basketball Players Association.Players will be paid in full on May 1.
NEW YORK -- NBA players will see 25% of their paychecks taken out starting May 15, the first direct hit to their salaries because of the coronavirus pandemic.The decision was finalized Friday in a board of governors meeting and was done in concert with the National Basketball Players Association.Players will be paid in full on May 1.