Lucas Valind

Lucas Valind

Lucas is a contributor for Behind the Buck Pass, where he has covered the NBA since 2021.

Wisconsin guard Connor Essegian (3) reacts after hitting a three-point basket during the first half of their game against Stanford Friday, November 11, 2022 at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wis.Uwmen11 3

Connor Essegian has turned heads for Wisconsin Basketball

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BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 15: (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Wisconsin Basketball will exceed expectations in 2022-23

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Aug 3, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Schedule favors Milwaukee Brewers as they make final playoff push

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Jul 7, 2021; New York City, New York, USA; Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Josh Hader (71) reacts during the seventh inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Reactions to Milwaukee Brewers shockingly trading All-Star Josh Hader

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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JUNE 30: Luis Urias #2 of the Milwaukee Brewers hits a two-run home run against the Chicago Cubs in the second inning at American Family Field on June 30, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Milwaukee Brewers: Grading Luis Urias’ 2022 season at the All-Star break

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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JUNE 30: Willy Adames #27 of the Milwaukee Brewers bats against the Chicago Cubs in the second inning at American Family Field on June 30, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Milwaukee Brewers: Grading Willy Adames’ 2022 season at the break

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Oct 12, 2021; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Milwaukee Brewers left fielder Christian Yelich (22) hits a single during the fifth inning against the Atlanta Braves in game four of the 2021 ALDS at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Milwaukee Brewers: Grading Christian Yelich’s 2022 season at the break

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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 18: (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Reactions to Wisconsin Basketball’s Johnny Davis being drafted by Wizards

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MADISON, WISCONSIN - MARCH 06: Johnny Davis #1 of the Wisconsin Badgers before being introduced at the start of game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Kohl Center on March 06, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)

Wisconsin Basketball: Where is Johnny Davis going in recent mock drafts?

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May 16, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Josh Hader (71) throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the Atlanta Braves at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Extending Josh Hader should be a top priority for Milwaukee Brewers

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 12: Christian Yelich #22 of the Milwaukee Brewers bats during the second inning against the Atlanta Braves in game four of the National League Division Series at Truist Park on October 12, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Even early, Milwaukee Brewers offensive struggles should be concern

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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 20: Brad Davison #34 of the Wisconsin Badgers and Izaiah Brockington #1 of the Iowa State Cyclones dive for the ball during the second half in the second round of the 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Fiserv Forum on March 20, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Wisconsin Basketball: A thank you to Brad Davison

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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 18: (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Wisconsin Basketball: 3 takeaways from win over Colgate

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MADISON, WISCONSIN - FEBRUARY 20: Johnny Davis #1 of the Wisconsin Badgers looks on during the second half of the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Kohl Center on February 20, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin defeated Michigan 77-63. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)

Wisconsin Basketball: Johnny Davis goes 7th in ESPN Mock Draft

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BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 15: (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Greg Gard’s Coach of the Year case for Wisconsin Basketball

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MADISON, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 29: Johnny Davis #1 of the Wisconsin Badgers reacts after scoring during the first half of the game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Kohl Center on December 29, 2021 in Madison, Wisconsin. Badgers defeated the Redbirds 89-85. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)

Wisconsin Basketball: Badgers have 4 seed in early bracket reveal

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