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The Milwaukee Bucks crashed out of the 2023 NBA Playoffs in depressing fashion, so Kyle and Riley get together to assess the damage. Coach Mike Budenholzer's job remains on the line, Jrue Holiday's post-season track record gets a little more bleak, Khris Middleton is another year older/more beat up, and Giannis Antetokounmpo's play style is starting to show its long-term limitations. They discuss all that, plus: who from the merry band of benchers should stay or go, player archetype wishlists, and what does it really mean to be a "Buck for Life" anyways? Thanks for tuning in with us at Brew Hoop for yet another season!

The Milwaukee Bucks giveth and the Milwaukee Bucks taketh as Kyle and Riley get together to recap games two and three of the Bucks-Heat series. With Milwaukee down 2-1, they wonder whether Giannis Antetokounmpo will return come hell or high water, just how much worse Jrue Holiday can play, how much looser Khris Middleton's handles could be, and where in the world Jae Crowder will be playing professional basketball this fall (hint: we're heading down the Danube). All that, plus the resurrection of zombie Pat, the Cedarburg-Love Is Blind crossover nobody saw coming, and much more!

In today’s episode, Adam and Riley break down Giannis getting injured during game one against the Miami Heat, and why they’re not panicking yet in this series.

In today’s episode, Riley and Adam dissect every angle of the loss to Boston, including how it changes our perception of how Milwaukee will approach this team should they meet up in the Playoffs. Then, they talk about the much more upbeat Sixers victory, touch on the MVP discussion and the final chase for the one seed. Note: this was recorded during the Wiz game.

In today’s episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam dissect Milwaukee’s loss to the Nuggets and whether there were any concerning trends to take away. Then, they discuss a pair of blowout wins before talking about the importance of securing the one seed and the MVP race.

Kyle and Riley chat about the Bucks finally losing in a 130-133 weekend matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers. Then, they run through the results against Orlando and Brooklyn, bid Sandro Mamukelashvili a fond farewell, talk about how far the team could go if Khris Middleton isn't able to reach 100% this season, and Kyle quizzes Riley about the recently-concluded 16 wins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Adam and Riley break down Milwaukee's win over the Phoenix Suns, including Jrue Holiday's monster game, Brook picking up the scoring slack and Jae Crowder continuing to fit in seamlessly. It was one of the most exciting games of the season, even without Giannis on the court. Then, they touch briefly on the decimation of the Miami Heat before discussing the All-Star Break, Khris continuing to come off the bench and the buyout market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Riley, Kyle, and site co-managing editor Mitchell Maurer gather to recap the Bucks finally getting their man, Jae Crowder. What will Jae bring to the rotation? Are the Bucks heading into the playoffs with their deepest rotation yet? They discuss all that, plus other Eastern Conference deadline moves, a possible shakeup in team ownership, and Kyle and Mitchell go head-to-head in the Bucks trade quiz to end them all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam gather to dissect a week of wins where the offense returned, and so did Khris Middleton! How has he looked in his limited time and what is the catalyst behind the team clicking on that end of the floor of late. Then, a long discussion about the Milwaukee Bucks and whether they should make a move at the trade deadline, including thoughts on reported targets like Jae Crowder, Cam Reddish and more. Plus, a Riley quiz of all the players who suited up for Milwaukee in the Playoffs during their championship run AND a long-awaited Kyle's Film Review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam break down the positives from last week, including wins over the Knicks and Hawks, plus two "could've guessed that would happen" shorthanded losses in Miami. Then, they talk about the team generally at the halfway point, including whether this season has been enjoyable or not, who is most responsible for the team's start, picking their 8-man playoff rotation and more. Finally, Riley throws it back with a quiz about the 2012 Bucks roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A career-record-setting week for Giannis Antetokounmpo, an above .500 record, and games that could only be described as the good, the (almost) bad, and the ugly. Kyle and Riley talk about whether the near-collapse in Toronto is just another one-off or says something meaningful about the team, lament another Terry Rozier scoring inferno, share their favorite Marc Lasry memories, Kyle illuminates the Aaron Rodgers conspiracy behind everything, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Riley and Adam break down the Milwaukee Bucks scuffling of late, and rattle off their current complaints about the team (while also acknowledging this team is still quite, quite good). Anyway, enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Riley is out (AJ Green Cheering Overload), but Van Fayaz fills in with Kyle and Adam. They dissect a dominating (but strange) victory over the Warriors, a Grizz game to forget (is there any reason for concern) and when is it okay to have the Khris conversation? Finally, they talk through the standout role players from the Jazz game and look ahead to the upcoming road trip. Lastly, you need to stick around for an all-time Kyle's Film Review, and Van's Warped Tour returns with a typically out-there selection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam revel in the beautiful win over Jason Kidd and the Dallas Mavericks. They also touch on AJ Green's breakout against the Magic, a ho-hum game with the offense humming against the Kings and, yes, some frustrated live reaction as the Rockets loss slowly ticked down. No, we don't talk about that game in-depth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam dive deep into the Milwaukee Bucks thriller against the Los Angeles Lakers, as well as how Khris Middleton looked in his first appearance since injury. After touching briefly on the rest of the week's games, they take the temperature of the team at the quarter mark including biggest surprise and their 8-man playoff rotations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lesson no. 1: If you're going to square up on a ladder, be ready for the fight of your life. Giannis Antetokounmpo learned that lesson the hard way last week, and Riley, Adam, and Kyle commiserate with the Bucks superstar as they, too, have been confronting ladders of their own across the nation. They discuss the -gate that will undoubtedly color Milwaukee's season, losses to the Sixers and Hawks, a surprise win over the Cavaliers, Thanksgiving sides, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Riley, Kyle, and first-time podcast guest Julie have the distinct dishonor of recapping the week that ruined Milwaukee's dreams of history's first 82-0 season. Did we learn anything about the team's weaknesses from losses to the Hawks and Spurs? Was Bucks-Thunder the greatest basketball game played anywhere in 2022? Is MarJon Beauchamp a basketball player? They answer all that, plus a discussion on the reality or otherwise of alien life, and the usual mix of miscellaneous topics! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam gather to break down the Milwaukee Bucks best start in franchise history. First, it's a brief rundown of two wins over the Pistons, followed by how they beat the Timberwolves (and MarJon Beauchamp's emergence) and won against OKC with no Giannis. After a discussion of the season thus far, they close it out with the miscellaneous topics, including two horrific haircut tales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Adam and Riley break down the Milwaukee Bucks taking down the 76ers on their home floor and dispatching with the young Houston Rockets at Fiserv Forum. Then they talk about their outlook for the season, including skepticism and reason for optimism as this team tries to reclaim their title of World Champs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam break down questions from our loyal Brew Hoop readers. They touch on everything from Brook Lopez's future in Milwaukee, MarJon's potential to contribute this season, how much playmaking does this team truly need, the "star player" landscape in the NBA and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices