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11 point guards Milwaukee Bucks could target in offseason

By Brian Sampson

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 26: Chris Paul #3 of the Houston Rockets is defended by Sterling Brown #23 of the Milwaukee Bucks during a game at Fiserv Forum on March 26, 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 26: Chris Paul #3 of the Houston Rockets is defended by Sterling Brown #23 of the Milwaukee Bucks during a game at Fiserv Forum on March 26, 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /
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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA – AUGUST 29: Chris Paul #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder brings the ball up court against the Houston Rockets during the first quarter in Game Five of the Western Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at the Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 29, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

Trade

If Milwaukee wants to upgrade the point guard position their best option will be to explore a trade. That’s easier said than done. Considering all the rules of matching salaries plus the unknown of the league’s financial status heading into next season, trades will be trickier than ever to pull off. Regardless, here are five trade candidates for the Bucks.

Dennis Schröder: Schröder isn’t the point guard on the Oklahoma City Thunder most fans are hoping for, but he does provide an intriguing option. He made a career-high 38.5 percent of his threes this season and appeared to take positive steps in his shot selection. He also only has one year and $15.5 million remaining on his contract which makes him a good match with Bledsoe’s salary. It’s unclear if he’d be an upgrade come playoff time, but he couldn’t be worse than the production the Bucks have had in the past three postseasons.

Terry Rozier: With the Charlotte Hornets finding their point guard of the future in Devonte’ Graham, it makes Terry Rozier expendable. And with two years remaining on his deal, he’d be another good fit salary wise if the Bucks are looking to move on from Bledsoe. If Milwaukee makes this deal, it would reek of desperation, as Rozier is clearly a tier below what they already have.

Derrick Rose: Rose is an under the radar option, but he might partially fit what the Bucks are looking. He thrives in the pick-and-roll and could create a dangerous two-man game with Antetokounmpo. He’s good at attacking the paint and can also throw lobs over the top. His outside shooting is obviously an area of concern, as is his defense, but he’s a cheap option (he’s owed $7.7 million next season) Milwaukee could explore.

Mike Conley: The poor man’s version of Chris Paul, Conley could be traded for the second straight season. He had a disappointing run with the Utah Jazz which should lower his trade value and make him attainable for the Bucks. His massive $34.5 million salary for next season makes it difficult for the Bucks to match, but his defense, outside shooting and playmaking chops are unquestionable.

Jrue Holiday: Perhaps a pipe dream, Jrue Holiday would be a nice addition to the current roster. He’s a very good defender who can guard multiple positions and allow Milwaukee to be even more switchable at that end of the floor (if Budenholzer so chooses). He’s also a better floor-spacer even if he’s a bit below league-average. It’s unclear if New Orleans has any interest in moving Holiday, but there have been rumors swirling around him for some time now and general manager Jon Horst should pursue it.

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Chris Paul: The swing for the fences acquisition is most definitely Chris Paul. He had a resurgent season with the Thunder, recouping his trade value despite the massive money he’s owed over the next two to three years (depending on if he picks up his player option). The Bucks would have to move on from at least Bledsoe, Hill and a number of other role players just to match salaries in this deal. That doesn’t include potential draft picks they’d have to attach to make it worth the Thunder’s time.

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