The Bucks stunned the NBA world on Wednesday by acquiring point guard Damian Lillard in a three-team trade, ending the biggest saga of the NBA offseason. Lillard, who requested a trade from Portland after the season, reportedly preferred to go to the Heat, but will team up with Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Milwaukee’s new big three of Lillard, Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton establish a powerful squad in the Eastern Conference, and they won’t have to wait long to face tests. The Bucks open the season hosting the season at home vs. the 76ers on Thursday, Oct. 26, which will be broadcasted as part of a TNT double-header that also includes a game between the Suns and Lakers.
Then after a game vs. Atlanta, Milwaukee host Miami for Lillard’s first game vs. the team he originally preferred. Later in the season, the Bucks first game in Miami will take place on Nov. 28, which will also be a TNT game. The two sides will play one other time in the season, a matchup in Milwaukee in February.
