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Bucks Waive Lillard to Secure Turner, Keep Giannis

7/1/2025

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In a bold move, the Milwaukee Bucks waived Damian Lillard, stretching his hefty $113 million contract to secure center Myles Turner on a four-year, $107 million deal. This strategic shift is designed to keep superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo amid swirling trade rumors. Meanwhile, Lillard, healing from an Achilles injury, now has the freedom to select his next destination while still collecting his salary.

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In a bold move, the Milwaukee Bucks waived Damian Lillard, stretching his hefty $113 million contract to secure center Myles Turner on a four-year, $107 million deal. This strategic shift is designed to keep superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo amid swirling trade rumors. Meanwhile, Lillard, healing from an Achilles injury, now has the freedom to select his next destination while still collecting his salary.