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Dec 20, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Jason Kidd against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Bucks defeated the Suns 101-95. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
The Milwaukee Bucks
Several people (including myself) predicted this roster to break-out this season. Turns out, everyone might have been a little too optimistic. The young Bucks have stumbled out of the gate this season, turning in a 12-18 record to this point. They currently have four teams ahead of them for the 8th spot in the Eastern Conference.
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Jason Kidd has some tough decisions to make regarding his guard rotation. He has collected more PG’s than than the Timberwolves did in the 2009 NBA Draft. The Bucks currently have six guards that are capable of being the primary ball handler. Those six guys eat up a healthy 23.3 million dollars of cap space. Kidd might look to clear up some playing time to help right the ship. It also appears the Bucks are already considering some minor roster movement, as they have already expressed a willingness to part ways with Miles Plumlee.
Potential Trade Parts:
O.J. Mayo – Mayo has returned to the form that got him his eight million dollar a year contract. He is currently averaging 12.7 ppg in the month of December. His age (28) and contract situation (1 yr – 8 Mil) could lead to Milwaukee moving in another direction. His ability to score in bunches and man both guard spots could be a welcome addition for Terry Stotts.
Greivis Vasquez – Vasquez finds his age and contract situation in the same territory as Mayo. At 6’6″ he would provide the Blazers with a long body capable of guarding the oppositions best perimeter player.
Tyler Ennis – Ennis was part of the trade that sent Brandon Knight to the Suns. Since arriving in Wisconsin the 21 year old has been largely an after thought. He is only a year removed from being selected 18th in the draft, so he still possesses the potential to blossom into a serviceable NBA point guard. After Damian Lillard‘s injury scare, the Trail Blazers could use Ennis as a young option off of the bench.