The Milwaukee Bucks were a couple of Kawhi Leonard bounces away from going to the NBA finals. The Bucks knew that they were so close and decided to try to run it back. After losing Malcolm Brogdon with a sign and trade to the Indiana Pacers, they found themselves with an interesting team. So what are the Bucks going to do to solve this problem? Having a bench is a key component for success in the NBA. The solution has just walked through the door.
The Bucks And Smith Meet
According to reports, the Bucks and Smith have come together and to discuss whether Smith will be a good fit in Milwaukee.
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The Bucks have two roster spots to fill with the league minimum to work with.
What Smith Brings To The Table
Smith has proven that he can be a great asset to any team. He still can hit clutch shots. Even though his three point percentage dropped to 30%, he only played 11 games. So if you go back to two years ago, it’s a better representation of his talents. In 2017, Smith’s three point percentage was 37.5 and his field goal percentage was 40%.
Imagine the Bucks Bench Mob
The Bucks bench with Smith would be lethal. If he joins Milwaukee, he would be paired up with Pat Connaughton and George Hill to form a deadly threesome from three. If you pair Smith with Robin Lopez, you could have a nice inside out game. Also, Lopez can run a high pick and roll and help to give him open shots.
In conclusion, Smith is a valuable asset for Milwaukee. The Bucks still need more shooting to surround their All-Star Giannis Antetokuompo. And he provides it. It’s a simple fix after losing their sharpshooter Brogdon in free agency.
