The Bucks have been linked to questionable trade targets that don’t address their biggest needs—perimeter defense, rebounding, and youth. Instead of pursuing washed-up veterans or overpaying for redundant scorers, this trade actually helps them by bringing in Jonas Valančiūnas for interior presence, Cam Reddish as a low-risk wing, also signing Torrey Craig or a Lonnie Walker who's now available and future draft capital while maintaining roster balance. Moves like this keep Milwaukee competitive without sacrificing depth or financial flexibility.
Why Each Team Does This:
Bucks: Finally focus on defense, rebounding, and youth instead of making desperation trades that don’t fit their system.
Lakers: Add Nikola Vučević for scoring and size, helping their offense while keeping flexibility. And getting their big man.
Wizards: Stockpile young assets and draft picks, moving off short-term veterans for long-term upside for the rebuild.
Bulls: Lean into defense and athleticism, swapping V…