Milwaukee Bucks fantasy basketball season recap

by Zak Hanshew, Rotoworld

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At a glance:

Record: 49-33 (3rd, East) 

Offensive Rating: 117.6 (6th)

Defensive Rating: 115.0 (19th) 

Net Rating: 2.6 (10th) 

Pace: 100.5 (8th) 

2024 NBA Draft Picks: 23, 33

It’s been a tough three years for Milwaukee since hoisting the Larry O’Brien Trophy back in 2021. The following season, the Bucks were bounced in the Eastern Conference semis, and Milwaukee has made a first-round exit in two straight playoffs. Giannis Antetokounmpo missed all six games of the 2023-24 playoffs, and he was largely unavailable in 2022-23.

The Bucks brought in Damian Lillard last summer in a blockbuster deal that was expected to put Milwaukee over the top in the Eastern Conference. Instead, the Bucks finished with their lowest winning percentage in six seasons and came away with the No. 3 seed. Antetokounmpo missed the playoffs, but both he and Dame logged 73 games apiece. Curiously, coach Adrian Griffin led the team to a 30-13 record before getting fired and replaced by Doc Rivers, who guided the team to a 17-19 record.

The Bucks have won their division six straight seasons, but the Indiana Pacers may be knocking on the door after an improbable run to the Eastern Conference Finals. The Cavaliers could make some noise if the team is able to avoid major injuries. The Bucks’ place in the Central Division is far from secure, and Milwaukee’s place in the Eastern Conference pecking order is tenuous with Boston, Philadelphia and New York in position to improve in 2024-25.

While things haven’t gone as planned in the realm of real-world hoops, Milwaukee still boasts a pair of elite fantasy options and some worthwhile draft picks. Here’s how things went in 2023-24 and what fantasy managers should expect for next season.

Fantasy Standout: Damian Lillard

As mentioned above, Dame’s first season in Milwaukee wasn’t all sunshine, lollipops and rainbows. His 73 games played were his most since the 2018-19 season, but his averages fell in a number of categories….

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Publish date : 2024-06-12 11:32:55

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