Better than the sum of its parts
The Milwaukee Bucks may not have the same individual talent as other serious NBA Finals contenders, but what they have is worth so much more.
Since his arrival, head coach Mike Budenholzer has designed a system that maximizes the talents of his players and puts them in the best position to succeed. Brook Lopez is a perfect example. He was signed as an afterthought in 2018. Budenholzer immediately utilized the now infamous drop cover that turned a heavy defensive liability into a perennial All-Defensive contender.
Giannis Antetokounmpo also burst into stardom the same year the Bucks marked their arrival as NBA contenders.
The Milwaukee Bucks’ 2022-23 season is right around the corner and here’s the latest in-depth look at their team and what will define success.
Before the Bucks won their championship, there were a lot of questions about whether Antetokounmpo was good enough to lead his team to a victory in the Finals, whether Khris Middleton could ever be the no. 2 on a championship team and if Budenholzer had the drive to get the job done. They categorically answered all these questions.
Two years later, they continue to be a team that is better than the sum of its parts.
Milwaukee has assembled a roster of veterans who aren’t trying to do too much. They have no one to throw shots outside of their abilities. Their roles are well understood and masterfully implemented in the field. Take the ball to Giannis, spread the field and wait for the rock to find you. Work hard on defense, stick to the principles, and direct the guys to your gigantic seven-footers hanging out near the edge.
The Bucks are championship contenders for the fifth consecutive season. It was unfathomable for most of this franchise’s existence. Let’s sit back, relax and enjoy this ride.
Better than the sum of its parts
The Milwaukee Bucks may not have the same individual talent as other serious NBA Finals contenders, but what they have is worth so much more.
Since his arrival, head coach Mike Budenholzer has designed a system that maximizes the talents of his players and puts them in the best position to succeed. Brook Lopez is a perfect example. He was signed as an afterthought in 2018. Budenholzer immediately utilized the now infamous drop cover that turned a heavy defensive liability into a perennial All-Defensive contender.
Giannis Antetokounmpo also burst into stardom the same year the Bucks marked their arrival as NBA contenders.
The Milwaukee Bucks’ 2022-23 season is right around the corner and here’s the latest in-depth look at their team and what will define success.
Before the Bucks won their championship, there were a lot of questions about whether Antetokounmpo was good enough to lead his team to a victory in the Finals, whether Khris Middleton could ever be the no. 2 on a championship team and if Budenholzer had the drive to get the job done. They categorically answered all these questions.
Two years later, they continue to be a team that is better than the sum of its parts.
Milwaukee has assembled a roster of veterans who aren’t trying to do too much. They have no one to throw shots outside of their abilities. Their roles are well understood and masterfully implemented in the field. Take the ball to Giannis, spread the field and wait for the rock to find you. Work hard on defense, stick to the principles, and direct the guys to your gigantic seven-footers hanging out near the edge.
The Bucks are championship contenders for the fifth consecutive season. It was unfathomable for most of this franchise’s existence. Let’s sit back, relax and enjoy this ride.