The Milwaukee Bucks have put together a productive offseason, fueled by the addition of star center Myles Turner, who signed a four-year contract.
They also re-signed key rotational players, such as Gary Trent Jr., Bobby Portis, Ryan Rollins, and Taurean Prince, along with adding veteran guard Gary Harris in free agency in an attempt to build around franchise cornerstone Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Despite the Turner signing, the Bucks lose some depth after waiving Damian Lillard, along with whom the franchise traded for back in the 2022 offseason.
To boost their championship odds, Clutchpoints’ Caleb Nixon suggests the Bucks target Dillon Brooks as a potential target.
“For a team that’s lacked edge and competitive grit since Holiday’s departure, Dillon Brooks is another viable option,” Nixon wrote. “He’s coming off a career year from 3-point range, shooting nearly 40% for the Houston Rockets last season.
He added, “But his impact is mostly present on the defensive end and through his personality. He likes to get under the opponents’ skin, and oftentimes, it works to Brooks’ advantage. Financially, it’d be a lot easier for the Bucks to acquire Brooks.
“He’s making just over $21 million this season, and the contract declines in 2026-27, the final year of the deal. If the Suns struggle in the loaded Western Conference, Brooks could be a valuable trade target at the February deadline.
“The 6-foot-6, 225-pound forward would give the Bucks a much-needed perimeter defender who can provide the energy and spark that is often required for championship teams.”
Brooks, who was traded to the Phoenix Suns as part of the blockbuster deal that sent Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, put together a solid season in Houston, averaging 14.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 75 games played.
The Rockets were one of the best teams in the Western Conference last season, winning 52 games before getting eliminated by the Golden State Warriors in the playoffs.
If traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, he can add much-needed toughness and floor spacing to a team that has lost some significant firepower to a Bucks team that has regressed over the years since winning its first championship in 50 years back in 2021.
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