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From average to unbeatable, the Milwaukee Bucks needed just a week to turn this early season on its head. Kyle and Riley talk about Milwaukee's four straight wins, the clear emergence of Damian Lillard (and Malik Beasley!) as an offensive orchestrator, and signs of marked improvement in the defense. Then, they preview the upcoming matchup against the Boston Celtics. What are they most looking forward to in that game, and what do the Bucks need to do -- win or lose -- to leave them feeling confident in the ultimate direction the team is heading?
The Milwaukee Bucks continue to keep their heads just above .500 water, but the defense remains a mess and the offense isn't much better. Kyle, Riley, and Morgan sift through the debris of another mediocre week for the Bucks to diagnose just what ails the team. Can Adrian Griffin survive the season? If you could fix one thing about the defense, what would it be? Was Brandon Jennings-Monta Ellis a stronger defensive backcourt than Damian Lillard-Malik Beasley? They discuss all that, plus: A review of "Barbie", another entry in "Where In The World Is Morgan Ross?", rapid fire, and more!
With the Bucks defense sputtering, coach Adrian Griffin made his first meaningful strategic change to stop the bleeding. How well did it work, and is it a sign of things to come? Riley, Adam, and Brew Hoop's managing editor Van Fayaz chat about that, plus the general learning curve rookie head coaches go through, continuing Giannis struggles, "Rasputin" by Boney M., and much more!
With the Bucks sitting at .500 after their first two games of the season, Kyle, Riley, and Jackson chat about the early pick & roll struggles, easing Khris Middleton back into the rotation, a defensive scheme that gives as much as it takes, long-term title forecasts, Halloween, "Nope", Star Wars Lego sets, and much more!
On this first episode of Deer Diaries (post-rebrand), Riley, Kyle, and Adam gather around their microphones to talk Giannis's three-year, $186 million extension, the drama around Terry Stotts's departure from the team, confidence levels in the Milwaukee Bucks offense and defense, preseason observations, plus Rapid Fire questions, an ink review, Kyle's recap of "The Menu" and much more!
It's an EMERGENCY POD!!! Kyle, Van, and Michael go through the blockbuster deal which brings All-Pro Guard Damian Lillard to Milwaukee. They break down why it made sense, what he can potentially bring to Milwaukee, and what the Bucks can provide to him. They give Jrue his flowers and figure out if this is a super team.
Back together again, and it feels so good; and we're not talking about the Milwaukee Bucks' roster! Adam, Kyle, and Riley reunite to touch on Summer League triumphs and failures, ask themselves if there was anything about Milwaukee's free agency to get excited about, whether the core + Robin Lopez will be enough to win another title anyhow, grocery store impulse buys, Donte DiVincenzo's New York odyssey, and much more!
With rumors swirling that the Bucks are looking to acquire a higher pick in this week's NBA Draft, Riley and first-time guests/new BH staffers Jackson and Michael get together to review some prospects worth keeping an eye on. They chat about 10 players Bucks fans may want to keep an eye out for, their strengths, weaknesses, possible fit on a contending Bucks roster, some honorable mentions (AKA pick 58), and, of course, Rapid Fire questions. Did our newest staffers openly weep when the Bucks lifted the 2021 title? Listen to find out!
In today’s episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam gather to discuss the ins and outs of how the Milwaukee Bucks landed on Adrian Griffin as their next head coach. From the other candidates to the many, many reports coming out after and how Giannis factored into the decision, we break down everything swirling at the moment. Then, a brief touch on how the playoffs have played out, the coaching carousel and draft talk’
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?
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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.
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
In today's episode, Kyle, Riley and Adam dissect the Milwaukee Bucks decision to largely just run it back in free agency and what that says about the team's perception of their second round exit to the Boston Celtics. They also touch on the Joe Ingles gamble and what he might bring. Finally, they get to MamuSZN, who struggled a bit in his first summer league game, but MarJon Beauchamp impressed insofar as he showed traits that seemed translatable. With hellishly low expectations as Bucks fans for our first round picks, we'll take it. We also touch on the rest of the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle dissect Milwaukee's draft night selection of MarJon Beauchamp and Hugo Besson. Then, they dive into a free agency preview.
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Riley, Kyle and Adam reflect on the Milwaukee Bucks defending champion season, why they ultimately fell against Boston, and what moves may lay ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Kyle, Riley and Adam dissect Milwaukee's Game Three victory over the Boston Celtics as they seized a 2-1 series lead. Giannis Antetokounmpo finally goes off, can he and Jrue sustain this level of usage throughout the series? What adjustments are left for these coaches as Bud swapped out Bobby Portis for Grayson Allen in the starting lineup? And about that free throw disparity... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Kyle, Riley and Adam gather to break down all angles of the Milwaukee Bucks decisive 101-89 victory in Game One against the Boston Celtics. Topics range from Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple double to Milwaukee's lockdown defense and where the series goes from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this week's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam dissect Milwaukee's decisive Game Four victory as Giannis Antetokounmpo broke out and bullied the Bulls with finesse and force. Meanwhile, Grayson Allen continued his hot streak, Jrue Holiday found his way and more observations from the series as a whole. Topics include Bobby Bifocals, how the team has adapted without Khris Middleton, defensive adjustments and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The regular season is finally in the books, and Riley, Kyle and Adam gather to discuss Milwaukee's draw of the Chicago Bulls in the first round of the playoffs. It looks like a mismatch on paper, but is there anything the Bulls can do to keep this competitive between the two? We certainly kinda, sorta try to think of something! Then, we briefly discuss the regular season that was including MVP thoughts and our thoughts on going through a year, post-championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam gather to wax poetic about the mythical performances of Giannis Antetokounmpo in leading the Bucks to wins over the Sixers and Nets, plus cement his place as the all-time leading scorer in franchise history. Then, a few lower notes with losses to the Clippers and Mavericks. Finally, they break down their thoughts on Wes Matthews moving into the starting lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this week's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle gather to break down how exactly the Bucks dismantled the Chicago Bulls. Then, they touch on the win over the Wiz, getting battered by the Grizzlies and how Brook Lopez, Pat Connaughton and George Hill have looked since they came back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Kyle and Adam are joined by co-managing Editor Mitchell Maurer to run through their confidence level in each player on the roster come the postseason. Some wild differences of opinion abound, as do similarities. We barely touch on the games because, well, they weren't all that interesting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Riley, Van and Adam break down a 4-0 week for the Bucks that included strong fourth quarters to vanquish the Heat, Bulls and Suns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Bucks are back. Yay? Kyle and Riley try to sort out a mixed bag of a return for Milwaukee Bucks basketball after the All-Star Break. They discuss the way the buyout market shook out, wonder aloud whether Brook Lopez or George Hill will ever play again, and of course, the good, the bad, and the truly ugly from Milwaukee's 123-126 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Plus more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle convene to discuss the Milwaukee Bucks finally sending Donte DiVincenzo where he was meant to be all along: Sacramento. In return, the Bucks bring back SErge Ibaka to shore up some big depth as uncertainty remains around Brook Lopez's back.
After breaking down their thoughts on the trade, they touch on the Harden/Simmons swap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Return. Have the Bucks found a way to balance roster need and sentimentality with the signing of Greg Monroe? Can he reliably bridge the gap between now and whenever Brook Lopez returns? Kyle and Riley discuss that, plus some trade chatter (there ain't much), Khris being named an All-Star, a 2-1 week for Milwaukee, "Encanto", rapid fire, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam and Riley convene to blow out the Bucks trade deadline preview. With limited assets, will Jon Horst still swing a move, or will Milwaukee stand pat and try to work the buyout market instead. It's all broken down here, as well as touching on the Cavaliers loss and how it reflects this team at the halfway mark. Plus, All-Star talk and breaking new ground with Riley's first ever PAN of a brand new journal...stick around for this one folks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A packed week for Milwaukee ends with a three-game win streak, and it appears the long-dormant Bucks-Bulls rivalry has roared back to life. Kyle and Riley talk about Milwaukee losing it's National TV title before winning it back, the ugly, exciting, dramatic primetime victory over the visiting Bulls, and come back around to the idea that the Bucks have more answers to opposing teams' riddles than those teams have for the Bucks's. Also, Grayson Allen nearly killed a guy. Plus! Kyle has an AFCON Cup update, Riley asks if the Badgers mens basketball team is for real, and they've a quick discussion about Roberto Calasso and the Windrush Generation. Links: Mother Country by Charlie Brinkhurst-Cuff The Unnameable Present by Roberto Calasso Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
If you win one game a week, but it's the most meaningful game of your week, did you really lose any games? This is the question Riley, Kyle, and Adam all set out to investigate as the Bucks bring a 1-2 record in for examination. Without Draymond Green, was that Warriors thumping just a figment of our collective imagination? Will Nick Nurse ever lose in Milwaukee again? Why do we play Charlotte more than any other team in the league? All this and more in this week's Brew Hoop Podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam and Riley break down the Bucks decision to not guarantee Boogie Cousins contract, as well as what kind of backup big Jon Horst is looking for. Then, they talk about the COVID absences across the roster and All-Star cases for Jrue and Khris. Finally, they recap the week's games, diving most deeply into the trouncing of the Brooklyn Nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam and Kyle are joined by Sean Eaton to talk about the COVID outbreak across the league, how they're handling it and its impacts on the Milwaukee Bucks roster overall. Then, they reminisce upon the year anniversary of Giannis signing his supermax and talk briefly about the rough week of games the Bucks just faced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle discuss the impending return of Donte DiVincenzo to the court for the Milwaukee Bucks. Funny enough, it'll be against the Pacers, whose Myles Turner has been the subject of potential trade talks online of late. Then, they break down the games from this past week, including the lowlight of the Heat, and which team is the most annoying to lose to? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle break down what led up to Brook Lopez's back surgery, and how his absence will impact the Bucks in the regular season and potentially in the Playoffs, should he be unable to return. Then, they discuss the Wesley Matthews signing, wave bye bye to Georgios, and break down how Milwaukee's other free agent signings are shaping up (spoiler: not great!) After that, they dissect the week that was before Kyle provides one of his most scathing film reviews yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DeMarcus Cousins: Milwaukee Buck. Riley, Kyle, and Van gather around the podcast table to get their fresh reactions to the news that Boogie is coming to town. Is he the big man savior we've waited for? We discuss! Plus, the Bucks perfect week, Giannis's interior scoring, what is it that makes George Hill such an effective player, rapid fire, film reviews, ink reviews, and the debut of "Van's Shuffle". (Here's Van's rec for the week, Adriano Celentano's "Prisencolinensinainciusol") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Bucks begin to turn the ship around, and Riley, Kyle, and new Brew Hoop staffer/first-time podder Alex Skov come together to talk the team's recent success (and that infamous Giannis GQ cover story). They've got AD v. Giannis takes, praise for beating up on bad teams, a Brook Lopez update, an inside scoop on Kansas City BBQ, talk their non-Giannis MVPs of the season (so far), rapid fire, film reviews, and much more! Find us at brewhoop.com, follow us @BrewHoop, subscribe to the podcast, and leave us a rating/review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With Kyle and Adam away, Riley and Andrew Goodman review a 1-2 week for the Milwaukee Bucks. They talk busted rotations, give a progress report on Semi, Rodney, George, and Grayson, wonder if this is the inevitable end result of a "play random" offense, contemplate their ideal breakfasts, and whether we'll be subjected to "trench warfare" basketball until the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What's spookier than Halloween? How about a .500 start to the Milwaukee Bucks's season? That's spooky! Riley and Kyle run a two-man pod to discuss a pleasant win over the Pacers and close losses to the Timberwolves and Spurs. Plus, taking stock of the non-existent rotation, chatting about the leaked alternate uniforms, iron gall ink reviews, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kyle and Riley are joined by new staff member Sean Eaton to take some (extremely) early stock on the Milwaukee Bucks after the first week of play. They reminisce on Ring Night, do their best to pretend the Heat loss didn't happen, appreciate the gut check against the Spurs, answer rapid fire questions, and are regaled by the first installment of "Sean's Stories From The Front Office". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Riley, Kyle, and new staff member Morgan get together to discuss things of note from the Milwaukee Bucks preseason outings, engage in a bit of over/under and season prediction madness, and of course, the return of the miscellaneous section! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle reconvene to recap Summer League, Bud's contract extension and Giannis buying into the Brewers. Then, it's a mailbag extraordinaire courtesy of Brew Hoop readers. We run through everything from the highs/lows of this past season, the defensive approach, biggest surprises and disappointments, a brief Ben Simmons disparaging digression and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Having watched the draft and free agency play out, Riley and Kyle figured it's as good a time as any to take stock of Milwaukee's moves. They talk Sandro, Georgios, Bobby's return, PJ's departure, and all the other moves the Bucks have made as they gear up for a campaign to defend their title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today...okay, you get it...the MILWAUKEE FREAKIN' BUCKS JUST WON THE NBA CHAMPIONSHIP!!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kyle and Riley, fresh off of four hours of sleep, get together to process the fact that the Bucks are now one win away from winning an NBA title. They recap games four and five, revel in The Block, The Steal, and The Oop, and heap praise on pretty much everyone. One more, folks. One more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Kyle leaves a voice memo, while Adam and Riley break down Giannis Antetokounmpo's second straight dominating Finals performance, this one leading to a win for the Milwaukee Bucks. With the series at 2-1 now, we discuss our thoughts on Milwaukee going forward, Jrue Holiday's hot shooting, Middleton looking a little lost and what's up with so little Brook Lopez/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam re-live all the momentous plays from the Milwaukee Bucks thrilling Game Six victory over the Atlanta Hawks. They break down Khris Middleton's hot third quarter, Jrue's aggression and the team's response to Giannis Antetokoumpo's injury. Finally, they reflect on the run overall through the Eastern Conference and how Milwaukee matches up with Phoenix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle dissect the Milwaukee Bucks Game Three comeback to re-take control of the Eastern Conference Finals. They break down Khris Middleton's heroics, Giannis's under-applauded consistency, defensive strategy against Trae Young and the bench crew stepping up. Then, they dive into a few lingering storylines from the series included the dreaded free throw controversy conversation and continue to confuse Sheryl Crow for Shania Twain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's 100th episode, Kyle, Riley and Adam reconvene to relive all the glory and agony that was Milwaukee's Game 7 victory against the Brooklyn Nets. They dive deep into the historic performance by Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton doing just enough and overcoming the Kevin Durant once more. After going up and down the roster handing out credit where it's due on the Milwaukee side, stick around for some legendary Nets slander by Riley and Kyle at the tail end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Van and Andrew join Adam for a long discussion about the Milwaukee Bucks game one loss against the Brooklyn Nets. Everything kicks off with the James Harden injury, which will loom over the series going forward. Then they dive into the Bucks horrendous shooting performance, their role players being roundly outplayed, substitution patterns and what adjustments Milwaukee can make going forward to keep pace offensively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Riley and Adam revel in Milwaukee's absolute crushing of the Miami Heat in four games. After running through all the highlights from the series, they briefly discuss a potential round 2 matchup with Brooklyn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam and Riley do just what the title says...recap the Bucks and Heat's game one, won by Khris Middleton on a dagger pull-up jumper. They dive deep into the woeful offensive performance, defensive hiccups and individual matchups, Bud's substitution patterns, how the Big Three fared and the outlook for Giannis this series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With the NBA's play-in tournament happening this week, Kyle and Riley get together to share their initial thoughts on the Bucks's impending first-round matchup against the Miami Heat. Are you wildly overconfident? Prone to believing that all hope is lost? So are we! Between Milwaukee's Big Three, coach Bud, and the bench rotation, there's lots to talk about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam go long breaking down Milwaukee's victory against the Brooklyn Nets, with Giannis leading the charge for all 48 minutes. We talk about how Brooklyn's single-coverage defense allowed Giannis to score so much, and what impressed us most about Milwaukee's defensive performance. They also talk about P.J. Tucker getting in Durant's jersey and how we're feeling about Donte atm. Thankfully, there's very little talk of the four games preceding the Nets game. We also reveal what our personal pick-up basketball strengths and....the return of Fountain Pen review with a new ink from our friend Robert Oster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam dissect Milwaukee's late game loss against the Phoenix Suns and Giannis's flat-faced final play. Then, they touch on the victories against Philly, with some particularly strong words from Riley about the 76ers. You'll wanna stick around for this. Finally, they take their temperature on the Bucks overall with the Playoffs looming in a few weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kyle takes over hosting duties from Adam as he's joined by Riley and Brew Hoop co-managing editor Mitchell Maurer to talk a pair of laughers over the Magic and Timberwolves, clawing past the Hawks, and getting trounced by the Grizzlies. How is it possible for 16 remaining regular season games to feel like 30? Is the Memphis game a sign of things to come? Brook back??? And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Adam and Kyle are joined by Van Fayaz, Brew Hoop site contributor to fill in while Riley is away. With the Milwaukee Bucks having lost three straight, what can we take away from stagnant late game offensive execution in both the Warriors and Mavericks games? Additionally, they touch briefly on the Hornets game and the preponderance of 3-point attempts by Bucks opponents. Finally, they discuss Jeff Teague's solid start, Thanasis's defense on Doncic and grappling with the Bucks current Playoff seeding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle break down the news that Jrue Holiday has signed a 4-year extension with the Milwaukee Bucks. Now that the core of Giannis, Khris and Jrue are locked in, we discuss our overall feelings about the state of the franchise moving forward. We also touch on how this might affect Milwaukee's ability to build their roster in the future and how the Bucks settled on Holiday as their franchise point guard to pair with Giannis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam break down a small stepback for the Bucks after weeks of rolling over teams. They kept the 3-ball falling against the Pacers, but went 1-1 against Boston as Giannis didn't show the same aggressiveness. Finally, they chat about the rookies taking center stage against New York and then the state of the Eastern Conference post-trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam go deep on the Bucks recent acquisition of P.J. Tucker and what his arrival means for the team's potential Playoff rotation. Then, they break down the Bucks recent string of wins, including a surprising victory in Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
No Adam, no Kyle, no problem for the "Inside the Basketblogger's Studio" interview series. This week, new staff member (but longtime Brew Hoop lurker & commenter) Van Fayaz enters the podcast studio for the first time since joining the site. They discuss three pointers, Van's wild and wonderful career as a musician, the best pizza Madison has to offer, who was the "Giannis Antetokounmpo" of the 1960s salsa scene, and, of course, Brad Lohaus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam dissect the Milwaukee Bucks' week of wins, rebounding after their five-game skid. After touching briefly on the Kings and Timberwolves wins, they dive deep into the victory against the Pelicans, including Giannis' continued patience and their defense on Zion. Then, it's time to talk about the massive victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. How did the Bucks let the Clippers back into the game? What worked about Bud's adjustment to a smallball lineup down the stretch? All that and more, including a fountain pen notebook review that's well worth sticking around for... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It was far from home sweet home for the Milwaukee Bucks after a 1-3 week featuring a double feature at home against the Toronto Raptors. Kyle and Riley talk about how the Raptors found different ways to beat the Bucks in both games, a quiet week for Khris Middleton, what to do about Brook Lopez, and, of course, the topic consuming the discourse: What To Do About Budenholzer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle break down a week that started on high with a win against the Denver Nuggets, before back-to-back losses against the Phoenix Suns and Utah Jazz. With Jrue Holiday now with the team due to the league's health and safety protocols, how has the team responded in his absence? Plus, Giannis Antetokounmpo asserts his will, Middleton shines before fading a bit and whether D.J. Augustin's struggles are something we should've seen coming into the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Kyle, Riley and Adam break down a week of get-well games for the Milwaukee Bucks. A series of routs started with Portland, translated to Indiana and ended with back-to-back victories in Cleveland. What did those wins reveal about Giannis Antetokounmpo's growing patience, the egalitarian scoring nature of the offense and whether Malcolm Brogdon is just a scrub? Afterwards, Donte's Inferno returns with a chat about his performance in the starting lineup this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle break down what problems have been plaguing Milwaukee's defense both in their weekend losses to the Hornets and Pelicans, and all season-long. Is it systemic? Player-driven? Execution? They dive into all the nitty gritty details before rounding out with other thoughts on the Bucks season at the quarter mark of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam go deep on all the happenings from the Milwaukee Bucks two losses to the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers. They talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo's shifting role, Bud's continued experimentation (to mixed results), Jrue Holiday's idealized role and how we're feeling about the starters across the board. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Kyle, Riley and Adam break down the Milwaukee Bucks 3-0 week against the Orlando Magic, Detroit Pistons and Dallas Mavericks. They examine how Milwaukee beat the shorthanded Mavericks with increased switching and how Giannis Antetokounmpo defies traditional expectations as a closer. Then, they examine the Eastern Conference hierarchy in the wake of the James Harden trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Riley, Adam and Kyle discuss the Bucks split series with the Miami Heat before breaking down the week that was. First, they talk about the Detroit Pistons split, including Giannis Antetokounmpo showcasing his first dominating performance of the season. Then, the break down the Utah Jazz loss, what went wrong with Milwaukee's defense and how much had to do with scheme vs. execution. Finally, the briefly touch on the Cavaliers win before pondering Thanasis entering Bud's rotation this early in the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle break down the somewhat disappointing first week of Milwaukee Bucks basketball. First, they look at each game individually, from the narrow loss at Boston, to blowouts against Golden State (good!) and the New York Knicks (bad!). Then, they look for initial throughlines, including the defensive performance thus far, Bud's rotations, Giannis' game looking mostly the same and how Brook Lopez fits on this team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam break down the final takeaways from Milwaukee's 0-3 preseason. Afterwards, they discuss lingering questions before the regular season starts, including their ideal Playoff rotation (for the moment), what adjustments Bud may make and which new arrival may take the longest to acclimate. Then, they close it out by making their preseason predictions for how far the Bucks will go this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On a historic day for the Bucks franchise, Riley, Kyle and Adam break down Giannis Antetokounmpo signing the super max extension, securing his place as a Milwaukee Buck for the next five years. We discuss the elation of this news for Bucks fans, Jon Horst landing the plane, and the pressure on Mike Budenholzer this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Riley, Kyle and Adam dissect the Milwaukee Bucks first preseason loss against the Dallas Mavericks. They break down Bud's starting lineup, Jrue Holiday's debut, Bobby Portis's predilection to shoot at all times and all the other newcomers. Then, they briefly touch on Giannis's lack of comment on his contract situation, as well as the James Harden reportedly putting Milwaukee on his list of teams he would accept trades to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Kyle, Riley and Adam dive deep into the Bucks offseason that actually was following their ill-fated Bogdan Bogdanovic emergency pod. They dissect what moves they liked most, whether the team is actually better and what the offseason says about Jon Horst and his staff after three years at the helm. Then, they briefly discuss media days, what to watch for in the first preseason game and reactions to the Bucks unveiling of their blue city edition jerseys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Kyle, Riley and Adam dissect the Jrue Holiday and Bogdan Bogdanovic trades that shook up the entire Milwaukee Bucks franchise. They discuss their fit on the court, whether the Bucks gave up too much and how it was a worthwhile gamble for Jon Horst to make. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle put on their mock draft hats and pretend they know anything about a few players they've watched youtube highlights from. After running through the list of rumors about players the Bucks are "targeting" from the past week, they break down Jon Horst's thin draft history to this point and if there's anything to glean from the types of players he's gone for. Then, they discuss their own personal draft philosophy for what type of player the Bucks should take before running through a few potential prospects to keep an eye on at the November 18 draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Brew Hoop's co-managing editor, caplord and trade machine maestro, Mitchell Maurer, joins Kyle, Riley and Adam to talk about how the Milwaukee Bucks could realistically improve this offseason. Namely, through trades. After setting the table for Milwaukee's cap situation, Mitchell walks through his trade proposal bracket and the group discusses the merits of the many potential trades the Bucks could make. They also touch on the surprise upsets, favorites that got eliminated and the universality of Eric Bledsoe across all these trades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today’s episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle give their closing thoughts on the 2019-20 NBA season after the Los Angeles Lakers took down the Miami Heat. They reflect on Giannis's second MVP and discuss the news regarding a potential Christmas Day start for the 2020-21 campaign. Then, they dive into the Milwaukee Bucks offseason priorities and what magnitude of move they may need to make to put themselves over the top. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle discuss the abrupt end to the Milwaukee Bucks season and then dive deep into the listener mailbag on topics including who should take the fall for this year, Malcolm Brogdon, what backcourts we would take over the Bucks current iteration, potential roster shake-ups (or lack thereof) and many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After a scorching Game 4 from Khris Middleton, the Milwaukee Bucks extended their season (for now) as they try to stave off elimination and stare down an offseason that portends numerous questions the organization likely weren't ready to answer. In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle discuss the Giannis injury, how to parse out blame, frustration over the lack of adjustments and general discussions about Bud's coaching performance thus far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Dan Shafer of The Recombobulation Area joins Kyle and Adam to discuss the Milwaukee Bucks historic strike last week in the wake of the Jacob Blake shooting in Kenosha. Dan breaks down the implications of Milwaukee's players specifically calling for action from the Wisconsin State Legislature and breaks down the impending special session that Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez have commented on recently. Plus, we all break down the Milwaukee Bucks advancing to round two and how they may match up with the Miami Heat. You can subscribe to The Recombobulation Area at https://recombobulationarea.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam and Kyle dive into Milwaukee's lackluster Playoff performance thus far, before a comforting Game 3 win that brought our first glimpse of the regular season-wrecking team. We talk increased defensive intensity, Giannis' paint struggles, if the real Khris Middleton will please stand up and Bud's deeeep Playoff rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Enough seeding game talk, the Bubble playoffs are here and we've got meaningful games for the first time in over four months. Riley and Kyle talk about the statistical breakdown between the Bucks and Magic, weigh the impact of the injury bug on Orlando's chances, and determine what Milwaukee's goals should be heading into their first-round series.
Riley's Song He's Listening to Now: Sunrise by Michelle Diamine Oxblood ink by Mountain of Ink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Why are we even watching? Because we're Bucks fans, that's why. Kyle and Riley try to get to the bottom of whether anything of substance can be gleaned from a 1-2 week, what trends we like and dislike 8 games into the bubble, whether the bench is going to sink the team, plus our first-ever soft open! Kyle's suggested song of the week: Burna Boy - On The Low Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With Adam away, it's up to Kyle and Riley to give their first impressions of the Bucks in the seeding games against the Boston Celtics and Houston Rockets. They talk about early concerns, early hopes, the vagaries of modern reffing, and whether anything we talk about today even matters once the "seeding" games are finished. That, and the usual miscellanea with a look at what's next on Milwaukee's docket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle examine the state of the NBA's bubble in its early stages, as well as the Bucks general good health heading into their first two scrimmages. Then, they discuss if there are any takeaways from Milwaukee's wins against the Spurs and Kings, including their love affair with the Giannis/Khris P&R as well as Brook Lopez's strong play thus far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this week's episode, Kyle, Riley and Adam reunite to break down the ins and outs of the NBA's plan to return on July 31 with competition in Orlando, FL. How does the plan impact the Bucks' chances of winning the ultimate prize, and would any alternative formats have been preferred if Milwaukee wasn't such a successful team this year? Then, they run through the usual potpourri of miscellaneous subjects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ever wondered what it's like attending a Bucks game as a member of the media? Gabe Stoltz makes his podcast debut to give an insider's perspective on just that. He and Riley talk about a typical night at the Forum, getting to know the players when the cameras aren't on, the art of analyzing basketball with a tight deadline, and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brew Hoop's (other) co-managing editor makes his triumphant return to the podcast feed in this week's "Inside the Basketblogger's Studio" interview. The conversation starts out tackling social media's outsized impact on fan discourse before diving into the Xs and Os of running the site, how Brew Hoop has morphed from Mitchell's early days, the definitive Jason Kidd retrospective, and plenty more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We venture beyond our usual podcast hosts and... bring in one of the staff's other podcast hosts as Andrew Goodman joins Riley in The Studio. They talk about the path of an LA-native to Bucks fandom, go behind the scenes of doing media on the West Coast, why planes are superior to helicopters, cooking, the "date with destiny" feel of the FTD team, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In a highly-anticipated sit-down, Kyle Carr goes into the Basketblogger's Studio to discuss what it's like being the maestro behind Brew Hoop's social media presence, the significance of his pieces on Sterling Brown, fatherhood in Madison, and whether or not he will bring back his (in)famous post-game Periscope broadcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We begin our newest interview series, "Inside the Basketblogger's Studio", where Riley sits down with members of the Brew Hoop staff to discuss their relationship with the Bucks, the site, and their personal stories. Our first guest is site co-managing editor Adam Paris who talks about covering the Bucks from the East Coast, his greatest Brew Hoop and non-Brew Hoop accomplishments, and the vagaries of blogging in 2020.
Note from Riley: This was the first attempt to put together a pod on a new operating system, so we're missing our usual intro/outro music; with luck, this will be fixed by next week's episode. Apologies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yes, there is still little to no news as to when the NBA may make its triumphant return. In this episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle break down the continued uncertainty, including from Adam Silver, before diving into a potpourri of topics that devolve quickly from the usual basketball-related discussions. Finally, they see which '90-91 Buck would fit best on the current team and simulate the final two games of the season, before Kyle paints a rosy, simulated portrait of the postseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle re-convene to run down the news coming out of conference calls with Bucks' top brass and several prominent players. They discuss how the long layoff could hinder the Bucks should play continue, and discuss the possibility of play continuing at all. Then, they dive deep into some nicknames from Bucks' past for a trivia session before sounding off on who from the '93-94 Bucks team they would pick for this year's squad. Finally, they simulate what would've been this week's games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With Bucks basketball still seemingly months away, Adam, Riley and Kyle gather to share their highlights and lowlights of the season thus far, including what preseason predictions were right on vs. missed the mark. Then, they discuss which members of the 2005-06 Bucks they would pluck for this year's team, do the usual potpourri and simulate the week's games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle take the podcast...LIVE on YouTube. Yes, for anyone who wants to tune in, we'll be streaming our recording on Sunday mornings, bear with us as we see how it translates to the podcast version. For this, we start by reacting to the suspension of play and discuss the resulting narratives, including how this could impact Giannis long-term decision to stay with Milwaukee and the disruption of his MVP season. Then, we ask who from non-Playoff teams could fit on this Bucks squad, name our Bucks cult heroes, what 2008-09 Bucks could fit on this team and close it out with an all-time in-depth fountain pen review and classic movie review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle convene to talk about the losses handed to the Milwaukee Bucks by both the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers. Did either game expose issues the Bucks will face come playoff time? Then, they go through the majority of the Bucks roster and how much they trust them to perform in the Playoffs. They close it out with the usual miscellaneous topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Missed us? Kyle and Riley are back from the pod's impromptu hiatus to catch up on all things Bucks since the All-Star Break: Wrecking narratives, Giannis's mid-range mojo, and the overwhelming depth of Milwaukee's roster. Then, we jump into a mailbag to talk about whether we can Trust These Bucks before closing the episode with a bevy of Vulture Talk and Kyle's personal 'Miami nightlife is undefeated' moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The return of the Bucks Film Room Podcast features a mailbag about Giannis Antetokounmpo's bag, Khris Middleton's chances at an All-NBA team and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today’s episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle discuss their thoughts on Milwaukee electing not to make a move during the trade deadline while the majority of their Eastern Conference competitors do too. Then, they touch on what to expect from Marvin Williams, break down the 76ers victory and Riley expresses his undying enthusiasm for All-Star Weekend. Thanks for listening to us drone on over the course of all these episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NOTE: We recorded before Milwaukee's 129-108 victory over the Suns on Sunday, February 2nd. In this week's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle break down Khris Middleton's big night against the Wizards before dissecting Milwaukee's loss against the Denver Nuggets despite playing fairly well. Then, they chat about Khris' All-Star Selection, whether Eric Bledsoe constitutes a snub and could Donte have made the Rising Stars Challenge. Finally, they discuss the quiet trade deadline up to this point before the usual Rapid Fire, Vulture Talk and glimpse at the week ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle touch briefly upon the loss of NBA Legend Kobe Bryant before moving into their usual game recaps. Then, they discuss the All-Star voting results, potential trades for the Bucks and close it out with the week ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
He's back and Dad-er than ever; Kyle returns to the podcast to chat about another perfect week, what -- if anything -- to take from the close-run Celtics game, the Dirge of DJ Wilson, and get a much-needed injection of optimism from Kyle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam and Riley break down the San Antonio Spurs loss and compare/contrast it with the Christmas day defeat in Philadelphia. After running through the rest of Milwaukee's road trip, they break down their thoughts on the team at the season's halfway points, including lingering concerns, Bud's tendencies and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's holiday episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle discuss Milwaukee's first loss in 19 games, coming at the hands of the Dallas Mavericks. Then, the dive into the victory over the Lakers, barely mention the Knicks, and go deep on the return of Malcolm Brogdon to Milwaukee. Then, they preview the highlight Bucks-76ers Xmas day game before their usual wrap-up of topics to close it out. Happy Holidays everyone, thank you so much for listening. Music is courtesy of BenSound.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Another perfect record for Milwaukee, but it took a bit more finessing than usual to get there. Adam, Kyle, and Riley review the week that was with special attention on Eric Bledsoe’s avulsion fracture and how the Bucks will compensate. Then they set the table for the upcoming grudge match against the LA Lakers and orient a potential win or loss in the wider narrative surrounding the team. Music is courtesy of Bensound.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Forgot what it's like to lose? So have Kyle and Riley! They review another three victories and a signature win over the NBA's darling LA Clippers.
No team is perfect, however, so they review Milwaukee's main strengths and weaknesses, biggest surprises/disappointments, and answer the all-important question: "Will Kyle Korver 'win' the Bucks a playoff game?"
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In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle gather to discuss the Bucks impressive 11-game winning streak. What, if anything, can we glean from the team mostly beating up on lower-level East opponents? Is the 3-point defense anything to worry about? Then, a charged entry of Donte's Inferno, a new candidate emerges for Washed Watch, and we run through rapid fire questions, the new Cream City jerseys and the return of Fountain Pen Fodder! Music is courtesy of Bensound.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this week's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle break down how Milwaukee has fared filling in for the injured Khris Middleton through the lens of their victories over the Chicago Bulls and Malcolm Brogdon-less Indiana Pacers. Then, they touch on the early chances for Eric Bledsoe to make the All-Star game before doing rapid fire questions and a preview of the week ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As the Milwaukee Bucks get set to take on the Indiana Pacers, Tony East of Locked on Pacers and Forbes Sports joins the podcast to talk about the game and Khris Middleton vs Malcolm Brogdon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the road no more, the Bucks finished their recent four-game trip out West 3-1. Kyle and Riley talk about the highs of the wins over the Timberwolves and Clippers, and address the gut-punch low in Utah. They also introduce Wes Watch and Kyle answers Riley's rapid-fire questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sound the alarm! Kyle has returned from his sojourn to revel in a 3-1 week for the Bucks with Riley. Game breakdowns, wondering what to do about Wes Matthews, can koozie/fountain pen talk, what "300: Rise of an Empire" means for the upcoming Giannis feature film, and the Malcolm Brogdon rant to end all Malcolm Brogdon rants feature on this week's pod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Adam and Kyle are out, Riley and Andrew Goodman are in to break down the first two games of the Milwaukee Bucks season. Is the season as good as over already? Overreactions like that and more await. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle gather to go from player 15 to player 1 and set out what they deem would be a successful player for each Buck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Milwaukee Bucks need more shot creation on their roster. Let's see what their internal candidates bring to the table, as we also rank the top five players in the Central Division. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In The Brew Hoop Podcast's return from a Summer break, Adam, Riley and Kyle gather to gab about all the Preaseason happenings for the Milwaukee Bucks. From Giannis Antetokounmpo's decimation to Donte DiVincenzo's UNBELIEVABLE health and performance, we go through all the key takeaways. Then, we go through a number of player and team over/unders for the season. NOTE: This podcast was recorded before the Washington Wizards game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Milwaukee Bucks' basketball is finally back, as I break down the first two preseason games and share my takeaways. I also discuss which Bucks' player has the best celebration and need your votes to make this official. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We FINISH our 2019-20 season previews by previewing Milwaukee Bucks' superstar Giannis Antetokoumpo and discussing the 2019 Media Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We continue our 2019-20 season previews by doubling down as we take a look at Milwaukee Bucks' stars Eric Bledsoe and Khris Middleton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We continue our 2019-20 season previews by doubling down as we take a look at Milwaukee Bucks' veterans Wesley Matthews and George Hill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We continue doubling down on our 2019-20 season previews by taking a look at Sterling Brown and Patt Connaughton, as well as discussing what the FIBA results mean, if anything, to the Milwaukee Bucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We continue our 2019-20 season previews by doubling down as we take a look at big men Ersan Ilyasova and Robin Lopez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We continue our 2019-20 season previews by doubling down this time around, as we take a look at Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Dragan Bender. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dan Favale, an NBA writer at Bleacher Report Joins me to break down the strengths and weaknesses of Brook Lopez, as well as the best and worst-case scenarios for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam and Riley dive deep into the plethora of questions our loyal listeners sent in. Topics include: What could the Bucks' role players improve upon, Donte DiVincenzo's ceiling, Coach Bud's standing among coaches, strategic differences to look for and plenty more in this wide-ranging discussion. Note: Our old podcast recording program shut down, so we tried something new. Apologies for any weird audio things. Music is courtesy of Cullah and available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It’s time to break down Kyle Korver’s game and what he brings to the Milwaukee Bucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Everyone loves D.J. Wilson right!? I break down his game and go through his strengths and weaknesses as well as a best-case and worst-case scenario for the 2019-20 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle briefly discuss the minute flashes in the pan from Summer League, as well as the relatively disappointing play of Sterling Brown and D.J. Wilson. Then, they dive into the state of the East in the aftermath of Kawhi's decision, revisit how the Bucks offseason looks and debate the Thanasis Antetokounmpo signing. FYI - We recorded this before Giannis' MVP celebration. Music is courtesy of Cullah and available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Riley and Kyle dive deep into the glut of free agency moves Milwaukee made. Was jettisoning Brogdon for some picks the right move? How will Wes Matthews and Robin Lopez fit into their system? All that and more in this jumbo-sized discussion of Jon Horst's busy first few days of July. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We’re back. After a prolonged break from the game of roundball, there is some Bucks news for Adam, Riley and Kyle to break down. After touching on the Milwaukee’s choice to eschew the draft in favor of more flexibility in free agency, they discuss their personal priorities for who the Bucks should bring back this offseason. At what number should Milwaukee ball at signing Brogdon? Will Brook Lopez wind up getting too overpaid given his immense value to Milwaukee’s system? Finally, they touch on the news that Donte DiVincenzo may not play in summer league and break down what they know of the roster so far. Music is courtesy of Cullah and available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Prada, Ben Epstein and Ricky O’Donnell host a recap of this year’s SB Nation NBA Bloggers’ Mock Draft. In addition to going through the picks that were made and discussing fits of certain prospects on certain teams, the guys also talked with Sabreena Merchant (18:20) about the Lakers’ trade for Anthony Davis and the Clippers’ free agent aspirations. Later, they welcome Joe Mullinax (29:00) to talk about the Grizzlies trading away Mike Conley and why Ja Morant is a perfect fit for Memphis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, I talk about the upcoming NBA Draft and what and who the Milwaukee Bucks could be targeting. We go through three skills and five players on top of my list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In Today's episode, Frank Madden, founder of Brew Hoop and part of Locked on Bucks, drops by to talk about the Milwaukee Bucks season and where they go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the final episode of the Milwaukee Bucks 2018-19 season, Adam, Riley and Kyle gather to mourn what was a rocketship ride of a year. They dive into some of the Bucks' offensive failings in the series, Giannis Antetokounmpo getting outplayed by Kawhi Leonard, Bud's coaching decisions, the disappearance of Nikola Mirotic + regular season Eric Bledsoe and much more. On a happier note, they talk about their optimism for the franchise going forward, its offseason of questions and reflect on their favorite memories of this past season. Thanks go any and all listeners we've had this year. It's been quite a ride. Music is courtesy of Cullah and available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Riley and Kyle break down Milwaukee's double overtime loss in game three against Toronto. With their marquee three shooting poorly, does it bode well that the Bucks were able to hang tough for so long? What's up with Eric Bledsoe? All that and more in this immediate postgame reaction pod. Music is courtesy of Cullah and available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle convene after a massive Bucks game one win over the Toronto Raptors. How did Milwaukee steal what seemed like a game Toronto roundly outplayed them? Did Brook Lopez break out of the funk the Celtics series put him in? Will the Raptors be able to continue playing their starters at such major levels without giving way as they did tonight in the fourth. Answers and discussion on all this in more following Milwaukee drawing first blood in this Conference Finals matchup. Music is courtesy of Cullah and available at: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Bucks Film Room chats with Cooper Smither, of Raptors Republic. Cooper is the founder of Raptors Playbook and the two break down the Raptors-Bucks series from a deeper perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle gather to discuss the myriad positive developments for the Milwaukee Bucks over games two and three. Bud made numerous adjustments, from installing switching schemes to tightening his rotation, while Giannis seems to be solving the Celtics defense. Also, what's going on with Eric Bledsoe? All that and more in this week's edition of The Brew Hoop Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bucks Film Room talks about Boston bringing the fight to Milwaukee this series, as well as the Bucks shooting threes, Mike Budenholzer's rotations and Malcolm Brogdon's potential return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle smash the PANIC button...just kidding, but they do try and diagnose what went oh so wrong for the Bucks in their dismal game one dismantling by the Boston Celtics. They run through how concerned they are about Giannis's offensive difficulties, Bud's rotations, Bledsoe's passiveness and plenty of other issues before discussing what adjustments they'd like to see going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Milwaukee Bucks have advanced to the conference semi-finals for the first time in 18 years. How do they match up against the Boston Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle gather to reminisce about the Bucks first Playoff series win since 2001. After reflecting on the decimation that was the Pistons series, they turn their sights to the second round where the Boston Celtics await. Did we learn anything more about the Celtics from their swift work over the Pacers, or is it just another blip during their disjointed season? Finally, after some matchup discussion, we make our predictions for the series. Spoiler: Riley is feeling GOOD about the Bucks' chances. As always, the music is courtesy of Cullah and available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duncan Smith and Brian Sampson discuss the first two games of the Bucks-Pistons series as well as what lies ahead for each team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, it's all about the waxing that was Milwaukee winning over Detroit, 121-86. This game had it all, from Giannis free throw-line dunks to fiery, physical altercations, and it has sent an irrational amount of confidence through Adam, Riley and Kyle's veins. They look at all the happenings from Game One before investigating the Eastern Conference's upset-laden first weekend with an admittedly high-on-ourselves tone. This was recorded before the bummer of a news drop that Blake Griffin would miss the entire first series. Music is courtesy of Cullah and available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bucks Film Room begins the dive into the Bucks-Pistons playoff series and how the two teams match up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Note: This episode was recorded before the Bucks-Hawks game. In today’s episode, Kyle and Riley touch on the loss to the Nets, which didn’t include Giannis but Eric Bledsoe stepped up for the team. Next we touch on that Sixers win to clinch homecourt, including Giannis manhandling the baby that is Ben Simmons and George Hill stepping up after a weak ejection for Bledsoe. We then decide how many awards the Bucks should win while prognosticating which of the competing playoff teams will earn the right to face Milwaukee. By the next episode, the Bucks will be playing meaningful playoff games so our actual analysis will be higher. You can find the music from the podcast, courtesy of Cullah, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bucks Film Room answers your questions on Twitter and discusses the playoff rotations, biggest threats, defending the pick-and-pop, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle break down the bizarre Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks matchup. They dive deep into the eccentricities of this sub-focused game and how Budenholzer's entire roster seemed ready to show up and nearly pull out a victory despite missing the stars. Then, they break down the week that was including takeaways from the MVP matchup that never really materialized in Bucks-Rockets. Finally, they mourn the loss of Donte DiVincenzo for the season and peer into the week ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bucks Film Room debates the heated MVP race with Conrad Garcia of SB Nation's Houston Rocket's site The Dream Shake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Note: This was recorded prior to the Cavaliers game, so we don't touch on Marques Johnson's touching retirement ceremony, nor the Bonzie Colsonnaisance that occurred in the game's waning moments. In this week's episode, the full gang gets back together to break down a week of mostly Giannis-less games. What does Khris Middleton stepping up in those games mean for his potential to do so come Playoff time? Is it concerning that Eric Bledsoe doesn't make his presence known that profoundly in those contests? Then, we dive into the Mirotic injury, how to handle Giannis minutes down the last stretch of the season and preview the week ahead. Also - the slight buzzing somehow returned this week. Next week, it will be resolved; you have our word. Thanks for sticking with us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bucks Film Room runs through the Bucks' historic comeback, Brogdon's injury, the loss to the 76ers, waiving Christian Wood, signing Tim Frazier, beating the Lakers, Mirotic's injury, the loss to the Cavaliers and D.J. Wilson. Catch that all? Don't worry, we have you covered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam and Riley dive into Milwaukee's loss against the Philadelphia 76ers. How much was the Bucks' lack of defensive rebounding due to the bounce of the ball versus the Sixers length? Was this just an example of outlier performances on both sides, or is there something deeper to read into this loss heading into the Playoffs? After a brief breakdown of the week that was, they dive deep into the ramifications of the Malcolm Brogdon injury. Who is the best option to take over his production in the starting lineup and is there anyone who can replicate what he offered Milwaukee offensively? How could this affect his impending free agency? Lots of questions get debated, few of them get answered. Finally, we peer into the week ahead. As always, music is courtesy of Cullah and available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bucks Film Room chats with Jackson Frank of SB Nation's Philadelphia 76ers site Liberty Ballers. We discuss the 76ers matchup against the Bucks on Sunday among other topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Note: This episode was recorded prior to the sadness that was losing to San Antonio. We were a man down, but much like Donte DiVincenzo's heel, we fought through for the good of the pod. On this week's episode of the Brew Hoop Podcast, Kyle and Riley begin by talking about the week that was by lamenting the baffling loss to the Phoenix Suns and evaluate whether some new looks against the Pacers and Hornets are a portent of things to come. The discussion then moves to long-anticipated return of "Donte's Inferno". Everyone knows that Donte is adept at "doing basketball stuff", but did we see it reach a new level in his latest minutes? Of course, when you chop it up about Donte you're bound to zoom out and consider the rotation implications of additional reinforcement on the wing. Finally, the playoffs are just 15 games away, so what better time than now to start thinking about match-ups, the playoff bracket in general, and watch as Riley completely forgets a number of teams that are in the East's post-season picture. If you like what you hear, don't be afraid to rate, review, leave us some feedback, and to forward us to all your friends, family, and co-workers. The Brew Hoop Podcast would be nothing without the input of yourselves and Bob, the guy who regularly uses the office copying machine. Music is courtesy of MC Cullah and available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bucks Film Room examines the Bucks big matchup against the Pacers on Thursday night in front of a nationally televised audience. I also take a look at how the Bucks sparked a comeback last time against Indiana and what the key will be this game. Lastly, I answer your questions about the Bucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle break down the surprising news that Eric Bledsoe would be staying a Buck for four more years. Then, they dive into the Pau signing, pay tribute to Canaan, look back at the week that was and peer into the Bucks' upcoming schedule. Music is courtesy of MC Cullah and is available at http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_On_The_Streets_Of_Old_Milwaukee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bucks Film Room intensely examines Nikola Mirotic's fit with the Milwaukee Bucks after just three games and warns against small sample size. We also discuss what a paint switch is and how Milwaukee has been using it on defense so far. Lastly, we answer questions you submitted via Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle reconvene after the All-Star Break to discuss Milwaukee winning in multiple ways against the Celtics and Timberwolves, how Mirotic has fit in thus far, Giannis' place in the MVP race and preview the week ahead. Plus...the brief return of Donte's Inferno. Music is courtesy of MC Cullah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bucks Film Room takes describes the drop coverage the Bucks employ in the pick-and-roll and how to recognize it as well as the weekly rant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle quickly recap the Orlando game before delving into the All-Star results. Why can't Eric Bledsoe or Khris Middleton crack the top ten? Will they be able to slip in as reserves? Then, they look at some trends from across the season, discuss the (likely) quiet trade deadline coming and peer into the upcoming schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode, Adam, Kyle and an internet-challenged Riley dive deep into the emergence of D.J. Wilson from the depths of Bucks benchdom. What sort of long-term impacts can the rise of Milwaukee's younger players have on Horst's roster-building? Finally, they dive into the joy of watching the Bucks on Xmas day and touch on Khris Middleton's annual slump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's quick-hitter, Adam Riley and Kyle touch briefly on the thrilling victory in Toronto before giving their perspective on Jon Horst's latest trade jettisoning the contracts of Matthew Dellavedova and John Henson.
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In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle try to make sense of the Bucks' recent losses, and discuss some of the recent consternation surrounding losses to middling teams. They also touch on K-Midd's benching, Brogdon's performance, whether the Bucks are boring to discuss and finish off with a look ahead.
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In today's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle discuss their Thanksgiving faves, the Bucks mining the paint against Denver, how to handle Henson and DiVincenzo's injuries as well as a re-evaluation of the roster ranking roughly a quarter of the way into the season.
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In today's episode, Adam and Riley tag team the pod to look at the Bucks spanking of the Kings, what takeaways Milwaukee should have from their narrow loss in Boston and preview the upcoming West Coast road trip.
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In today's episode, Riley makes his return to join Kyle and Adam in gleefully detailing the Bucks' early season success. Then, they dive into contemplating what trends may stick before detailing the week ahead.
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In today's pod, Adam, Mitchell and Kyle break down some of their preseason takeaways, debate the final roster spot, answer some lingering questions before the season starts and go in on the bonanza Jimmy Butler business in Minnesota.
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In today's entry, Adam, Riley and Kyle wrap up the media day festivities before diving into a broad ranging discussion surrounding what this upcoming season means to the franchise and question how much closer they are to a championship now than when new ownership entered the fray.
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In part two of Mitchell, Adam and Riley's deep dive into setting player expectations, they get into the meat of the roster. In a world where Giannis has strong MVP odds, what's realistic to expect from the superstar? Can Tony Snell break out of his shell and be enchanted by Bud's wing-tutoring spell? Listen in for lukewarm takes and less rhyming.
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In today's entry, Mitchell Maurer joins Riley and Adam for a lengthy discussion about their hopes for individual Bucks players. In part one of two, they touch primarily on the bottom roster feeders and what modest goals they have for the likes of D.J. Wilson and Pat Connaughton.
Stick around to the end to hear firsthand impressions of the new Fiserv Forum courtesy of intrepid Brew Hoop reporter Gabe Stoltz.
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In this week's episode, Adam, Riley and Kyle dig their hands deep into the rich collection of mailbag questions courtesy of the loyal listeners and readers. Topics discussed include: D.J. Wilson's appearances, best games on Milwaukee's schedule and discussing player value on the roster.
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In this week's episode, Kyle swaps in for Greg in a wide-ranging discussion touching on Milwaukee rounding out the roster and what they'll do at the center position. How does Pat Connaughton fit into the Bucks' rotation? Trevon Duval clearly has potential, but why did he slip out of the second round? How will Bud manage Lopez, Thon and Henson in the frontcourt. All that, and a discussion of the Bucks' newly named, Fiserv Forum.
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In today’s episode, Adam, Riley and Greg gather to discuss the end of Jabari Parker's time in Milwaukee. They dissect his complex legacy in Milwaukee, the troubled overlap between his and Jason Kidd’s tenure and whether he would've fit into the Bucks' long-term plans. Other topics include: Donte’s debut, hot takes on his fiery hairdo and Milwaukee’s place in the East after Kawhi got dealt.
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In today’s episode, Adam, Riley and Greg get back on the horn to discuss all things Milwaukee Bucks Summer League and free agency. Has D.J. Wilson shown any hints of getting it? Will Christian Wood make it onto Milwaukee’s roster? And what do the signings of Brook Lopez and Ersan Ilyasova tell us about the philosophy and vision Mike Budenholzer and Jon Horst have for this upcoming season?
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In this inaugural episode of the rebooted Brew Hoop Podcast, Adam, Riley and Greg dive deep on Milwaukee's selection of Donte DiVincenzo.
Was it smart to take a player ready to contribute versus betting on upside? How might his skills translate to the NBA? What should Milwaukee expect in his first year? Is The Big Ragu as awful a nickname as it seems? Brief bit on free agency at the end.
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