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Despite the sadness surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks shipping off their greatest player in franchise history, there is still plenty to be excited about with the young core of players now in Milwaukee. Jack, Finn, and Jackson return to break down what exactly the Bucks got in the Giannis trade, and who they’re most excited to see this season. They go over the Bucks' two draft picks, Brayden Burris and Nate Ament, and maybe where they would’ve gone differently at 13 if they were in the GM’s chair.

It's hard to believe it's already been almost two weeks since the Milwaukee Bucks traded their franchise icon, Giannis Antetokounmpo, to the Miami Heat. Jack, Finn, and Jackson got together to memorialize Giannis' time in the Cream City and reminisce about their favorite moments from the Greek Freak. They also break down what could've been over the last several years with Giannis and what went wrong that led up to this point.

After breaking down the first wave of draft prospects last time, Jack and Finn are running back! They go through a whole new slew of draft prospects, including Cam Carr from Baylor, Morez Johnson from Michigan, and several others. Then later on, they go down a rabbit hole of discussing UConn head coach Dan Hurley and how it was probably the right decision for him to stay in college, rather than attempt an NBA coaching gig.

As we reach closer to the NBA Draft, our draftniks in Jack Trehearne, Finn Kuehl, and, for the first time ever, Deolu Akingbade came together. They broke down several of the biggest names in the draft and who might fit with the Bucks at pick no. 10.

After Sunday’s NBA Draft Lottery, we now know that the Milwaukee Bucks will be picking at no. 10 in the NBA Draft. Our draft guys, Jack and Finn, react to what this means for the Bucks and Giannis, along with how the rest of the lottery shook itself out.

A familiar face is back in Milwaukee to lead the Bucks, and his name is Taylor Jenkins. Now that the team has made it official, Jack and Van are here to break down the hire and what it means for the Bucks going into 2026.

The long season of suffering is over, so Kyle and Jack recap AJ Green's record-breaking games and the emergence of Cormac Ryan. Then they have a lengthy discussion on Doc Rivers' departure as Head Coach of the Milwaukee Bucks. They talk about how his hiring was doomed to fail, the many faults during his tenure, and how he created a toxic environment. Then they figure out how the Bucks select their head coach, given the uncertainty of whether they will have Giannis Antetokounmpo and whether the team will rebuild. The two also hope General Manager Jon Horst gets to make the final selection. Then they reflect on the season and look at what went well and what non-Doc/Giannis things went wrong before Kyle gives one last film review talking about Super Mario Galaxy and how people need to understand who the target demographic was.

Kyle and Jack meet to talk about the games Milwaukee played, prompting them to question whether they are really tanking. The two have an extensive discussion about all the news, rumors, and airing of grievances from the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo regarding his lack of playing. Is there one side that is more in the right while both sides protect their egos? Should Giannis stop being a diva and simply request the trade he wants? Do the Milwaukee Bucks have the right to not risk their star player, who is not 100% healthy? Who knows, but then Jack talks about the heartbreaking end of the 36ers season, and Kyle really explains the Secret Lives of Mormon Lives.

As the Bucks are officially eliminated from Playoff Contention, Jack and Jackson go through the stretch of games and see how the tanking is going and how the future of the Bucks are taking shape.

The Bucks are on the brink of elimination, which means lifeless performances. Kyle and Jack meet to discuss the positive showings against the Cavaliers and Suns, but the dreadful showings against the Utah Jazz and LA Clippers. They discuss how the tank is on, and everybody is ready for the offseason. The two call out the hypocrisy of the NBA Players Association being upset with Giannis not playing for the Bucks, citing tanking concerns, Wes Edens' statement on Giannis' future, and go through Cam Thomas being cut and Pete Nance getting his two-way contract converted. To end, Jack talks about the 36ers shocking series win, and their chances in the NBL Finals, and Kyle reviews Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man

Amid two more dispiriting losses in a lost season, Jack and Van wonder if ball movement really helps this team win, then look on the bright side by looking at the week for three Bucks. Jack also teaches us three new Australian slang terms, discusses the Adelaide 36ers NBL Playoffs series, and Van has another entry in the Warped Tour: Roy Orbison's "Southbound Jericho Parkway."

The real joy of the Milwaukee Bucks winning eight of 10 was the friends we made along the way. After their best stretch of the season, the Bucks have lost three straight games in blowout fashion. Jackson and Jack return to break down Giannis' first game back, the inexplicable rotation decisions, Doc Rivers’ role in this sudden downturn, and where they go from here. They also talk about how the Bucks' lack of pace and defense is hurting them, and how that compares to the Bucks of old. Jack then delves deep into the insanity that is the Australian Football League draft.

The Milwaukee Bucks are back from All-Star Weekend and have gone 1-1 in the two games since. Jackson and Jack break down the highs of beating down on the Pelicans, but discuss the true reality of this team after getting blown out by the Raptors. The pair also talks about the intriguing young talent this team now has and the maddening dynamics of power within the Bucks organization.

After thinking last week was the Milwaukee Bucks' best week, somehow they topped it. Kyle and Morgan discuss the Bucks' impressive wins over the Orlando Magic and Oklahoma City Thunder back-to-back on the road. They talk about how this team is providing joy and is fun to watch while praising the performances of Ousmane Dieng, Cam Thomas, and Jericho Sims. Morgan then explains the similarity between Dieng and old friend, DJ Wilson, as Kyle expands on the theory. Then, after predicting the post-All-Star games. Morgan explains his time in Austin, Texas, while Kyle discusses Dateline as he is starved of movies.

The Bucks made it through last week, winning all of their games and still having Giannis Antetokounmpo on the team. After questions which of his investments was worse, Kyle and Jackson discuss how winning is still a good thing even if it means not having the best draft lottery results. They also discuss the influx and contributions of young players and how that can set up the Bucks for the future. Then they discuss the acquisiton of Ousmane Dieng and their fond memories of Cole Anthony and Amir Coffey. At the end, the two discuss the Super Bowl, Ghost of Yoeti and a surprise announcement for the NBA 3 pt shootout compeition.