US EditionGiannis Antetokounmpo Not Happy with Bucks’ Damian Lillard Decision: Report
- On July 1, 2025, the Milwaukee Bucks waived Damian Lillard and signed Myles Turner to a four-year, $107 million deal, as part of a major roster shakeup.
- The Bucks' waiver of Lillard due to his torn Achilles led to a stretch-and-release of his $113 million contract over five years, offsetting the loss of Brook Lopez.
- ESPN's Bobby Marks confirms Lillard's $22.5 million annual cap hit, representing 14.5% of the 2025-26 salary cap, with Turner and Antetokounmpo valuing the partnership, according to Charania.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo's displeasure raises uncertainty as Lillard's departure leaves a key void beside the star.
- Beyond Milwaukee, Antetokounmpo's 'open-minded' stance and rival teams monitoring his situation highlight ongoing uncertainty about his long-term commitment.
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Giannis unhappy as Bucks dump Damian Lillard, sign Myles Turner – report
The Milwaukee Bucks are waiving nine-time All-Star guard Damian Lillard and signing free agent center Myles Turner, ESPN reported Tuesday, July 1. The decision did not sit well with Giannis Antetokounmpo, according to NBA reporter Chris Haynes. The Bucks are stretching the remaining $113 million on Lillard’s contract over the next five seasons, per the report, using the “stretch and release” provision in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Lil…
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