Deer Diaries: A Milwaukee Bucks Podcast

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 di...

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 an...

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_Str...

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 po...

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. Visi...

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. Music is courtesy of MC Cullah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Music is courtesy of MC Cullah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

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. Happy Thanksgiving everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. 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...

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. 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 p...

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. 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 yo...

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. Music is courtesy of Cullah and is available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School/08_-_...

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. As always, the music is courtesy of Cullah and is a...

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 Ga...

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. Music is courtesy of Cullah and is available here: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/MC_Cullah/Cullahnary_School...

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 Bu...

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. Music i...

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? Music is...

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. Please su...