Courtside with Gale Klappa: Dave Koehn on the Bucks’ Uphill Playoff Push and Season Turning Points

Time keeps on ticking, and the Bucks are deep in the NBA stretch run with just 19 games left and little margin for error. On this episode of Courtside, Gale Klappa sits down with Bucks Radio Network play-by-play voice Dave Koehn to take the temperature of Milwaukee’s playoff chase, the frustration that can creep in during a difficult season, and what the team needs to rediscover down the final stretch. Dave breaks down the impact of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s extended absences and ongoing minutes restrictions, how constant lineup shuffling has challenged the team’s identity, and what the Bucks must do to rebuild chemistry while key pieces change around their star. The conversation also highlights bright spots amid the turbulence, including the development of Ryan Rollins, the upside of recent addition Ousmane Dieng, and the leadership and production of Bobby Portis during a standout season. Plus, as March Madness approaches, Dave reflects on calling Virginia’s 2019 national championship run, one of the most memorable tournament rides in college basketball history.