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Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast — 298 episodes
Breaking down the Bucks' two draft picks and Jim Owczarski's story on the behind-the-scenes Giannis drama (06.24.2026)
Giannis Antetokounmpo has been traded. Let's discuss all of it (06.23.2026)
Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Watch rolls on (06.03.2026)
Does the lottery give us hints about the top potential suitors for Giannis? And what's up with that Myles Turners podcast? (05.15.2026)
Recapping the Taylor Jenkins introduction and what's next for Giannis (05.07.2026)
With Doc Rivers out, how soon before Bucks have a new head coach? (04.15.2026)
Is the Giannis Antetokounmpo saga reaching a boiling point (04.09.2026)
The tanking Bucks plod toward the finish line; can they keep Giannis happy enough to want to stay? (03.31.2026)
Is there any hope left for the Milwaukee Bucks? What happened here? (03.05.2026)
The Bucks are en fuego even without Giannis, but there's more work left than you'd think (02.27.2026)
Newcomers Ousmane Dieng and Cam Thomas give the Bucks a spark ... can it last? (02.17.2026)
The trade deadline is behind us, and Giannis is still here! (02.06.2026)
Takeaways from a 1-on-1 conversation with Giannis Antetokounmpo (02.03.2026)
Giannis hurt again and the Bucks season is circling the drain ... so now what? (01.27.2026)
Has the dynamic between Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bucks fans changed? (01.15.2026)
The Bucks show signs of life after limping into 2026 (01.07.2026)
SPECIAL BADGERS PODCAST: What went wrong with UW football? (12.04.2025)
Does Giannis Antetokounmpo want out? What are we supposed to make of Bucks current situation? (12.04.2025)
Giannis Antetokounmpo injured; just how much trouble are the Bucks in? (11.18.2025)
How worried should we be about the Bucks injuries and recent play?
Will Giannis ever get a consistent whistle? Plus: A thriller in Indiana and letdown in Toronto (11.06.2025)
Giannis Antetokounmpo torches the Knicks; does that mean trade talk can die? LOL. (10.29.2025)
Bucks enjoy strong debut against Khris Middleton and Wizards, but injury to Kevin Porter looms (10.24.2025)
The Bucks are back! What's worth paying attention to in the Giannis Antetokounmpo offseason rumors? (10.16.2025)
Bucks waive Damian Lillard, sign Myles Turner in surprise free-agency maneuver (07.01.2025)
What's different this time around for the Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo? (05.14.2025)
Can the Bucks stay competitive if Giannis Antetokounmpo stays? A look at Milwaukee's offseason (05.02.2025)
Damian Lillard's major injury: What does it mean for now and for next year? Here come Giannis rumors. (04.28.2025)
Emergency podcast: Damian Lillard gets wildly encouraging health news before playoffs start (04.17.2025)
Previewing the Milwaukee Bucks against the Indiana Pacers
The Bucks are closing strong; how do we feel about a first-round playoff series in Indiana? (04.09.2025)
Just how worried should we be about the Bucks tumble to the sixth seed? (04.02.2025)
Damian Lillard's injury leaves Bucks in a tough spot with playoffs looming
What's been ailing the Milwaukee Bucks during three straight losses? Plus: The tragic loss of Junior Bridgeman (03.12.2025)
How will NBA history remember Giannis Antetokounmpo? (03.06.2025)
The Bobby Portis suspension, Kevin Porter's ascension, Khris in D.C. and more (02.24.2025)
The Bucks at the break: Giannis injury, new players on the court, All-Star Game (02.13.2025)
How did trading Khris Middleton help -- or hurt -- the Milwaukee Bucks? (02.05.2025)
The trade deadline looms; is there anything out there that can help the Milwaukee Bucks? (02.03.2025)
The Bucks are a top-four team in the East; can they sustain it? (01.21.2025)
Khris Middleton to the bench? Why the Bucks remain confounding (01.09.2025)
Are the Bucks still a championship-caliber team this season? (12.30.2024)
Bucks clinch spot in Vegas for NBA Cup semifinals; how Dame and Giannis have adjusted their games (12.11.2024)
Welcome back Khris Middleton! Plus, where's the MVP love for Giannis? (12.05.2024)
Bucks are indeed back to .500, but what's the latest on injuries to Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton? (11.27.2024)
An errant whistle ruins one game, but vibes still trending up after Rockets win (11.19.2024)
Giannis throws on a cape and drops 59 points as Bucks try to work out of funk (11.14.2024)
Are there any signs of optimism for the struggling Milwaukee Bucks? (11.07.2024)
What's going wrong with the Milwaukee Bucks in the early going? (10.29.2024)
Khris Middleton's injury status and previewing the 2024-25 season (10.22.2024)
Let's try that whole Giannis/Dame thing again; the preseason has begun
The Bucks draft for the future and sign Delon Wright; is there more they can still do? (07.02.2024)
What will the Bucks do in the 2024 NBA Draft? (06.21.2024)
A sad goodbye to the 2023-24 Milwaukee Bucks season (05.06.2024)
Bucks vs. Pacers: The injury story lines, the bad blood, Tyrese Haliburton and more (04.19.2024)
Was Doc Rivers the right move? Lori Nickel discusses the Bucks' chaotic last year (04.18.2024)
Bucks playoff preview: When will Giannis be healthy and a matchup with the Pacers (04.16.2024)
Bucks panic podcast! What's real and what's fake in Milwaukee's skid toward the postseason? (04.08.2024)
Is Damian Lillard the key to Milwaukee returning to title-contender status? (02.23.2024)
Patrick Beverley and the Bucks at the trade deadline. How concerned should fans be with slow start under Doc Rivers? (02.09.2024)
Bucks make stunning change at head coach; Adrian Griffin out, Doc Rivers in (01.24.2024)
The Bucks are in a slump. How do they get back to championship-caliber basketball? (01.09.2024)
Giannis scores 64 points and battles Indiana for the game ball in wild scene (12.14.2023)
Did the Bucks and Adrian Griffin turn a corner after their rocky start? (11.20.2023)
Giannis signs extension for three more years and the 2023-24 season preview (10.24.2023)
Emergency Podcast: Bucks trade for star point guard Damian Lillard (09.27.2023)
How will the tax-apron situation impact Milwaukee and a look back at summer league (07.21.2023)
Khris and Brook are back, summer league is here and we have a lot to catch up on (07.10.2023)
Bucks officially hire new head coach Adrian Griffin (06.07.2023)
Let's discuss Adrian Griffin, reportedly the next head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks (05.31.2023)
The Bucks coaching search intensifies and forecasting the future of Giannis (05.22.2023)
Mike Budenholzer is out at Bucks coach. We discuss every angle. (05.08.2023)
Disaster in Milwaukee: What went wrong in the Bucks shocking first-round playoff loss? (04.27.2023)
The Bucks are facing a 3-1 deficit and we are freaking out (04.25.2023)
Bucks go on record-setting 3-point barrage to win Game 2 and even series (04.20.2023)
Game 1 loss to Heat could be extra painful with Giannis Antetokounmpo injury (04.17.2023)
Get to know the Miami Heat, the Bucks first-round playoff opponent (04.14.2023)
The highlights of the 2022-23 regular season and Khris Middleton's health (04.11.2023)
Concerns after a blowout loss to the Boston Celtics (04.04.2023)
The Bucks are approaching the chase for the top seed differently this year (03.27.2023)
Examining the Bucks' playoff roster depth, their "invisible" starter and Giannis Antetokounmpo's vision (3.20.23)
Just how much damage will Marquette do in the NCAA Tournament? (03.13.2023)
How strong are the Bucks' cases for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year and Sixth Man of the Year? (03.13.2023)
Goran Dragić joins the fold, and the Bucks finally drop a game (03.07.2023)
Let's talk about Big East champion Marquette (03.03.2023)
Ownership change, Giannis ailing, a winning streak and Jae Crowder (02.28.2023)
The latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo's wrist injury and an NBA all-star recap (02.20.23)
Potential new owner emerges, 10 straight wins and a looming battle with Boston (02.14.2023)
Emergency podcast: Bucks trade for Jae Crowder (02.09.2023)
Trade deadline week arrives, Jrue Holiday is an all-star and Kareem's record on the brink (02.06.2023)
Middleton's back, Bobby's out and Giannis just takes over (01.31.2023)
Giannis and Khris are finally back and Serge Ibaka wants out (01.24.2023)
Are we sure the Bucks are a top-six team in the Eastern Conference? (01.17.2023)
Is Bill Simmons right that Bucks have issues with chemistry? (01.03.2023)
Are we seeing red flags after Bucks drop three straight? (12.27.2022)
Joe Ingles joins the party (12.19.2022)
Khris Middleton injury part of bad night in Houston and get to know MarJon Beauchamp (12.13.2022)
Khris Middleton is back and Bucks have an entertaining loss to Lakers (12.05.2022)
Giannis is on fire and Bucks re-discover their groove (11.29.2022)
Breaking down Giannis Antetokounmpo's involvement in 'ladder gate'
Just how worried should Bucks fans be about injuries? (11.14.2022)
Bucks stay perfect, but the true tests remain. Also, Giannis is MVP, right? (11.08.2022)
The Bucks are obviously going undefeated this season (11.01.2022)
Giannis is amazing and the Bucks are 2-0, but what about that Jae Crowder trade rumor? (10.25.2022)
Are the Bucks really the favorite to win the 2023 NBA title? (10.18.2022)
Bucks retain Bobby Portis and add Joe Ingles in free agency, but what about Kevin Durant? (07.01.2022)
MarJon Bueachamp selected by the Bucks and other NBA Draft notes (06.24.2022)
The roster decisions facing the Milwaukee Bucks this offseason (05.23.2022)
The Milwaukee Bucks season is over. What went wrong? (05.17.2022)
Officiating takes center stage as Bucks survive tense game 3 for 2-1 lead (05.09.2022)
Suffocating defense allows Bucks to grab Game 1 in Boston (05.03.2022)
Grayson Allen and the rest of the Bucks have resounding response for Chicago in playoff series (04.26.2022)
Emergency podcast: Khris Middleton to miss multiple weeks with injury
Bucks win ugly in Game 1; cause for concern or a great sign for Milwaukee? (04.19.2022)
Examining Bucks vs. Bulls in playoff opener; is this the matchup they wanted? (04.12.2022)
Giannis sets the scoring mark, but a disappointing end to the week (04.05.2022)
Suddenly the Bucks have a new foe in the Eastern Conference (03.29.2022)
Breaking down a meh West Coast trip and Giannis' chances for MVP (03.22.22)
How does Brook Lopez's return re-shape the Milwaukee Bucks (03.15.2022)
After a series of big wins, the Bucks have turned a corner, right? (03.08.2022)
Bucks still spinning their wheels after Nets loss, plus the arrival of Jevon Carter (03.01.2022)
Giannis shines on all-star weekend and the 76ers present a serious problem (2.22.22)
How will Bucks replace injured Pat Connaughton? (02.15.2022)
Emergency podcast: Bucks swing deal for Serge Ibaka (02.10.2022)
What will the Bucks do at the NBA trade deadline? (02.08.2022)
After forgettable January, can we pinpoint what ails the Bucks? (02.01.2022)
Grayson Allen's foul: Was punishment too light or too harsh? (01.25.2022)
Is an absent Jrue Holiday all that ails a struggling Bucks team? (01.18.2022)
The Bucks surprise many by cutting ties with DeMarcus Cousins (01.11.2022)
Is the winning streak for real and is Jrue Holiday an all-star? (01.04.2022)
How might new roster and COVID-19 regulations impact the Bucks? (12.21.2021)
Emergency Pod: Giannis in health and safety protocol, Middleton injures knee (12.15.2021)
The Big Three are cooking and Donte's coming back. Myles Turner, maybe?
Brook has surgery, Wesley's back and news on Donte (12.07.2021)
DeMarcus Cousins about to join the fray as Bucks hit their groove (11.30.2021)
Bucks back on track (albeit with some struggles) and a pair of intriguing magazine stories
Bucks show signs but are still hobbling; how much longer is this going to last? (11.16.2021)
Bucks visit the White House but are struggling on the court (11.09.2021)
What are the takeaways from injury-riddled Bucks' three-game lull? (11.02.2021)
An opener to remember and a Game 2 to never think about again
The Bucks will try to run it back; Ring Night kicks off the 2021-22 NBA season against Brooklyn (10.19.2021)
Basketball season is here already? A look at the reigning champion Milwaukee Bucks
Free agency surprises: Bobby Portis stays, P.J. Tucker leaves (08.03.2021)
BUCKS WIN THE NBA TITLE! Giannis is officially a legend
Milwaukee Bucks are one win away from the NBA championship (07.19.2021)
Giannis Antetokounmpo has taken over the NBA Finals (07.15.2021)
Bucks fall behind in NBA Finals, 2-0; how do they get back into this series?
Milwaukee's remarkable evolution into NBA finals team with special guests Matt Velazquez and Charles Gardner (07.05.2021)
The Bucks did it! They're headed to the NBA finals (07.04.2021)
Emergency podcast: Injury to Giannis casts cloud over playoffs and Bucks now tied with Hawks, 2-2
The Bucks are up 2-1 and Trae Young is hurt; should we be making NBA Finals plans?
Breaking down the Hawks and Bucks in Eastern Conference Finals (06.23.2021)
Game 7 thriller sends Milwaukee past Brooklyn in Eastern semis (06.20.2021)
Milwaukee surges back to tie the series, plus a chat with Ray Allen (06.13.2021)
We're trying not to panic with Bucks down 2-0; are there still reasons to believe? (06.09.2021)
Ted Davis looks back at the 2001 playoff run, 20 years later
Total domination against Miami; have their prospects against the Nets shifted? (05.31.2021)
The Bucks are up 2-0; is it as promising as it looks?
Let's get the real party started, previewing Bucks-Heat in the playoffs (05.18.2021)
Which Bucks potential first-round opponent is the scariest? Special guest Eric Nehm discusses (05.14.2021)
How are we feeling about the Bucks as the playoffs loom? (05.03.2021)
Eddie Doucette looks back at the 1971 Bucks championship (04.30.2021)
What was Milwaukee like when the Bucks came to town? (04.26.2021)
Controversial finish against Phoenix and the Bucks look pretty much like the No. 3 seed (04.21.2021)
Scott Williams on the Bucks getting short-changed in 2001 (04.13.2021)
04.08.2021: George Karl swings by to talk 2001; plus, Giannis' knee and Jrue's huge week
04.02.2021: Jeff Teague joins the fold and early impressions from out west
03.26.2021: Did Bucks dodge a bullet at trade deadline?
03.19.2021: A big trade and tension during a thrilling win in Philly
03.11.2021: What should we expect from the second half of the Bucks season?
03.04.2021: Jrue Holiday returns and will any Bucks star get a jersey retired before Giannis?
02.25.2021: Are the Bucks stuck in neutral until Jrue Holiday returns?
02.16.21: Three reasons to still feel confident in the Milwaukee Bucks ... and three reasons to worry
02.05.21: Are the Bucks closer to the team with two blowout wins, or the team with two clunky losses?
01.26.2021: What did we learn from close losses to Nets and Lakers?
01.14.2021: James Harden heads East and how are we feeling about the Bucks so far?
01.08.2021: Bucks find their offensive gear and pondering an act of protest
12.29.20: It's totally too early to panic about the Bucks ... right?
12.22.2020: Previewing the 2020-21 Milwaukee Bucks season
12.16.2020: It happened! Giannis has signed the supermax to stay in Milwaukee
12.01.2020: Giannis Watch and a farewell to Matt Velazquez
11.24.2020: The Bogdan Bogdanovic fiasco, plus all the moves the Bucks made in free agency
11.17.2020: Bucks take a big swing by bringing in Jrue Holiday, Bogdan Bogdanovic. What does it mean for Giannis?
10.21.2020: What's the path forward for a Bucks team that needs to improve?
09.09.2020: After brutal disappointment, what's next for Giannis, Budenholzer and the Bucks?
8.31.2020: The Bucks move on and make history with act of protest
08.25.2020: Bucks turn it around, and the Miami Heat are lurking
08.18.2020: Playoff opener turns into a disaster for the Bucks
08.12.2020: The headbutt and a Bucks team that still hasn't clicked
08.05.2020: Bucks start slow in Orlando bubble but have their eyes on a longer play
07.29.2020: Scrimmages are complete, so let's play some games
07.21.2020: Without Bledsoe or Connaughton, Bucks move closer to actual basketball
07.10.2020: Bucks head for the bubble; how are we feeling about basketball's return?
06.09.2020: The Bucks are headed to Disney World as basketball sets return
05.28.2020: Which return-to-basketball scenario most favors the Bucks?
03.30.2020: Do we still have hope that basketball will return in 2020?
03.11.2020: A weird game in Denver and more LeBron vs. Giannis MVP debate after Lakers game
03.04.2020: Just how worried should Bucks fans be about the Heat? Giannis is still MVP, right?
02.28.2020: Let's talk about that glorious Raptors game
02.19.2020: Did Pat Connaughton get hosed in the dunk contest? Plus: Giannis in the fourth quarter
02.11.2020: How does Marvin Williams fit with the Milwaukee Bucks?
02.04.2020: Trade deadline primer: The Bucks don't look poised to make a move ... will they anyway?
01.29.20: Will the world now admit that Khris Middleton is a star?
01.22.2020 (updated): A voyage to Paris and is Khris Middleton on all-star now?
01.22.2019: A voyage to Paris and is Khris Middleton an all-star now?
01.16.2020: We're halfway home; will the Bucks really win 70 games?
01.06.2020: Will the Bucks make a trade in the next month?
12.23.2019: Giannis discusses Paris, WWE warmups and LeBron, plus a preview of Christmas in Philly
12.18.2019: The streak is over; did the loss to Mavericks reveal the areas where Bucks must improve?
12.11.19: The Bucks may never lose again; circle that Lakers game though
12.04.19: Are we under-appreciating how great this Bucks team is?
11.27.2019: All hail Giannis, but will he ever get a rest?
11.20.2019: Chatting with Wes Matthews and what's up with the Giannis whistles?
11.13.2019: What does Khris Middleton's injury mean for the Bucks?
11.06.2019: Let's talk about Eric Bledsoe
10.30.2019: Is something a little off about the Bucks in the early going?
10.23.2019: Let's do this! Buy or sell the Bucks as NBA title favorite?
10.15.2019: An injury update on Eric Bledsoe and what have we learned in the preseason?
10.07.2019: The Bucks are back in action, and we're talking Giannis contract, fifth starter and more
Bucks Podcast: Should we be worried about Giannis staying past 2021? Plus: Kyle Korver, that trade exception and the shape of the East
07.02.2019: Emergency podcast! Let's try to make sense of all the Bucks free-agency madness
06.28.2019: The Bucks bring home some serious hardware as big-time free agency questions loom
06.18.2019: These are the questions to ponder as the Bucks head into the draft and free agency
05.28.2019: What were the Bucks missing, and how do they address the roster from here?
05.20.2019: After a rugged Game 3 loss, should the Bucks feel concerned or encouraged?
05.15.2019: What should Bucks fans know about the Toronto Raptors?
05.09.2019: Y'all, the Bucks are going to the Eastern Conference Finals
05.01.2019: We're all even after two blowouts, and Khris Middleton is the truth
04.25.2019: Breaking down the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Celtics
04.19.2019: A breakdown of the Bucks 2-0 series lead and conversation with Darvin Ham
04.11.2019: The playoffs are upon us; let's talk Detroit Pistons
04.01.2019: Kane Pitman stops by to chat Giannis, the Coach of the Year race and Sterling Brown's future (plus his own amazing journey from Australia)
03.28.2019: Assessing the Harden vs. Giannis MVP clash, plus three teams vying to face Bucks in the first round
03.21.2019: Bucks facing first true adversity with injuries to Brogdon, Mirotic and (gulp) Giannis
03.14.2019: Sizing up the Heat and 76ers as potential playoff foes
03.07.2019: Bucks lose twice in a row! It's time to panic! Just kidding ... right?
03.02.2019: EMERGENCY BRUNCH Bucks podcast! Eric Bledsoe's new contract, Pau Gasol and a win over LeBron
02.27.2019: What kind of problems would the Celtics present in the playoffs?
Special episode: Wisconsin Badgers run to the 2000 Final Four with Dick Bennett and players from the team
02.15.2018: The Bucks are the best team in the NBA at the all-star break; is there anything to even nitpick?
02.07.2019: Emergency pod! Bucks make huge trade for Nikola Mirotic
02.06.2019: What you need to know about Anthony Davis's interest in Milwaukee and trade-deadline chatter
01.29.2019: Thon Maker asks for a trade and Giannis is all-star captain
01.23.2019: Will Bucks hang another jersey in the rafters before Giannis?
01.15.2019: That Wizards loss wasn't so bad, an impressive win in Houston and Lopez in the 3-point contest?
01.09.2019: Breaking down a matchup of MVP candidates and a chat with DJ Wilson
01.03.2019: The Milwaukee Bucks are the best team in the NBA
12.19.2018: DJ Wilson gets some run and the Wheel of Budenholzer
12.12.18: Bucks make a trade and beat the mighty Raptors, plus a chat with Pat Connaughton
12.05.2018: Coach Bud sends a message, Hezojna's step-over and a chat with Brook Lopez
11.28.2018: Should we be discouraged by two close losses?
11.21.2018: Eric Bledose on fire as Bucks keep finding a way
11.14.2018: The Bucks just rocked the West and are perhaps the NBA's best team
11.06.2018: Bucks lose first game but eviscerate Kings -- this team is for real, people
10.31.2018: The only undefeated team in the NBA gears up for the Celtics
10.26.2018: The Bucks are going undefeated in 2018-19, right?
04.26.18: Previewing Bucks-Celtics Game 6
04.14.18: Bucks-Celtics Playoff Preview
03.26.18: The playoff push is upon us
02.05.18: Injuries, Parker's return and the trade deadline
01.05.18: Giannis Antetokounmpo rocking the vote
11.29.17: On the road with the Bucks
11.09.17: Breaking down the Eric Bledsoe trade
10.25.17: Strong start and 'Return to the MECCA'
10.17.17: Promising new season for the Bucks
05.03.17: Bucks season in review; Gardner career in review
04.20.2017: Bucks return home with chance to swing series
04.14.17: Bucks-Raptors preview and NBA awards
04.08.17: Bucks struggling to the finish
03.31.17: Brogdon makes ROY case as Bucks build playoff momentum
01.05.17: Can't stop (talking about) Giannis
11.15.16: Catching up with the Bucks 9 games in
10.27.16: Breaking down the season opener
10.20.16: MCW trade, preseason takeaways, season projections
10.5.16: Takeaways from Bucks preseason opener
9.27.2016: Kicking off a new season
7.9.2016: Summer league and free agency
5.24.16: Discussing the draft, free agency, latest news and the playoffs
4.18.16: Wrapping up the 2015-'16 Bucks season
3.29.16: Analyzing Giannis Antetokounmpo as the point guard of the future
3.8.16: Point Giannis, injuries and the future of the point guard position
2.19.16: Trade deadline, upcoming visitors, stretch run expectations
2.12.16: Lineup changes, the all-star break and trade deadline
2.3.16: Three-point disparity, slide toward the break, are the Bucks getting better?
1.25.16: Up and down trip, Jason Kidd's return, promising schedule
1.8.16: Jason Kidd's health, Milwaukee's defensive ineptitude and more
12.31.15: New Year's Eve edition of the Bucks Podcast
12.17.15: 24-1, trouble out West, Warriors out for revenge
12.10.15: Golden State is coming to town
12.1.15: Lineup changes, leadership, NBA storylines
11.20.15: Bucks road trip, Giannis steps up on TNT, finally healthy
11.12.15: Week in review, looking at JOB and Giannis, quantifying the Bucks' injuries
11.6.2015: Jabari Parker's return, Bucks dealing with injuries, the week ahead
10.30.15: Regular season opener, Giannis' absence, the D-League
10.22.15: Madison game, John Henson incident, season projections
10.16.15: Recapping Pistons, Cavs games, preseason length, Jabari Parker
10.7.15: Exhibition debut, Jabari Parker, John Henson, uniforms
9.29.15: Bucks open training camp