EPISODE · Jan 13, 2026 · 44 MIN
Deconstructing Milwaukee’s Defense with Steve Jones Jr.
from Hear District
Kris & Marques Johnson welcome Steve Jones Jr. of The Dunker Spot to Hear District for an in-depth breakdown of the Milwaukee Bucks, their evolving offense around Giannis Antetokounmpo, and what it will take to climb back into the Eastern Conference playoff picture. The conversation covers Ryan Rollins’ Most Improved Player case, why the Bucks’ offense thrives through movement and spacing, and how Milwaukee is getting into actions faster and applying more pressure than in past seasons. Steve also breaks down the Bucks’ defense, Myles Turner’s impact as a rim protector, how to maximize AJ Green, when to deploy Point Giannis, and why rebounding remains critical to the team’s success. Plus, a broader discussion on zone defense, offensive rebounding philosophy, three-point volume, and how the NBA has changed since Steve’s coaching days. The episode wraps with an “About That Action” film breakdown of Milwaukee’s defense against Steph Curry. Subscribe to the Hear District podcast to enjoy the biggest names in basketball sounding off on your favorite team. For more, follow @bucksplusaudio — the official podcast network of the Milwaukee Bucks — on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok & Facebook, and check out all Bucks+ podcast content at www.bucks.com/plus.
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Kris & Marques Johnson welcome Steve Jones Jr. of The Dunker Spot to Hear District for an in-depth breakdown of the Milwaukee Bucks, their evolving offense around Giannis Antetokounmpo, and what it will take to climb back into the Eastern Conference playoff picture. The conversation covers Ryan Rollins’ Most Improved Player case, why the Bucks’ offense thrives through movement and spacing, and how Milwaukee is getting into actions faster and applying more pressure than in past seasons. Steve also breaks down the Bucks’ defense, Myles Turner’s impact as a rim protector, how to maximize AJ Green, when to deploy Point Giannis, and why rebounding remains critical to the team’s success. Plus, a broader discussion on zone defense, offensive rebounding philosophy, three-point volume, and how the NBA has changed since Steve’s coaching days. The episode wraps with an “About That Action” film breakdown of Milwaukee’s defense against Steph Curry. Subscribe to the Hear District podcast to enjoy the biggest names in basketball sounding off on your favorite team. For more, follow @bucksplusaudio — the official podcast network of the Milwaukee Bucks — on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok & Facebook, and check out all Bucks+ podcast content at www.bucks.com/plus.
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