The Milwaukee Bucks assigned Kevin Porter Jr. to the Wisconsin Herd for next step in his recovery from right knee surgery.

One of the biggest storylines entering the NBA season was the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Some pundits felt his days with the Bucks could be numbered, despite the organization making several expensive moves in the offseason to demonstrate commitment to winning. A trade demand was certainly possible.

The Bucks are evaluating Zach LaVine as the Kings consider a fire sale, exploring trade options to stabilize their roster and support Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Recent reports indicate that Kyle Kuzma is emerging as a potential target in a possible trade involving Zach LaVine.

Milwaukee lost 129-116 to the Detroit Pistons Saturday while failing to cover as an 8-point home underdog as the Over (226) hit. The Bucks were outscored 56-42 in the paint and 30-14 in points off turnovers. The Bucks have lost 4 straight and will continue to be without star F Giannis Antetokounmpo for at least another week.

The Milwaukee Bucks' rumored interest in Zach LaVine and Anfernee Simons highlights the fact that they think this offense could use a jolt. In his latest rumor roundup from HoopsHype, Michael Scotto reported the interest in both players,

At their Nov. 24 game against the Portland Trail Blazers, the Bucks paid tribute to their former All-Star guard during the first timeout, introducing him and playing a video with highlights from his tenure in Milwaukee. In response, the crowd gave Lillard a standing ovation — and he stood and acknowledged the crowd.

Detroit has covered the spread in 4 straight games, while the Bucks are just 1-6 ATS in their last 7. The Pistons are better than Milwaukee in every statistical category, including their 6.7 net rating (fourth in NBA) compared to Milwaukee's -1.4 (20th).