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Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel beat reporter Jim Owczarski joins host JR Radcliffe to analyze the Milwaukee Bucks.

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22:33

03.14.2019: Sizing up the Heat and 76ers as potential...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2019/03/14

Milwaukee's next two foes -- Miami and Philadelphia -- could conceivably also serve as the Bucks' first two opponents in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez breaks down how the matchups might play out with host JR Radcliffe. Plus: a deep dive into the value of Malcolm Brogdon, the disappearing minutes of DJ Wilson in the Mirotic era and does Giannis get superstar whistles? Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and

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38:38

03.07.2019: Bucks lose twice in a row! It's time to...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2019/03/07

Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss something that hasn't happened to the Milwaukee Bucks all season -- two straight losses. Of course it's not time to panic, but are there any bad omens to recognize, particularly on defense? Does the schedule ahead present any problems as the Bucks try to hold on to the top seed in the Eastern Conference? Also, a breakdown of the contract signed by Eric Bledsoe and the debut of the Petty Horn, an indication of delicious NBA

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32:51

03.02.2019: EMERGENCY BRUNCH Bucks podcast! Eric...

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2019/03/02

On this special EMERGENCY BRUNCH Bucks podcast, Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez chats live from LAX about the Bucks new four-year deal for Eric Bledsoe and news that the team was bringing in veteran big man Pau Gasol. Hear from Eric Bledsoe himself (well, in a chat before the contract business was announced). Plus, Matt and host JR Radcliffe discuss Milwaukee's two most recent wins, impressive road showings against the Lakers and the Kings. This time, Team Giannis got the best of

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37:11

02.27.2019: What kind of problems would the Celtics...

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2019/02/27

Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to break down Milwaukee's 3-0 start out of the all-star break, including the wacky final moments of the win over Boston. What kind of challenges would Boston present in a playoff series? Does it seem national writers recognize just how good this Bucks team has been? What are the early impressions of Nikola Mirotic, and how key was he in the team's win over Chicago without Giannis on the floor? Plus: a couple injury updates (whither Donte

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54:43

Special episode: Wisconsin Badgers run to the 2000...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2019/02/21

Nearly two decades ago, the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball team made an improbable run to the Final Four and set the table for a cycle of success that featured 19 consecutive appearances in the NCAA Tournament for a program that was seldom a qualifier for the Big Dance beforehand. Hear from players on that team -- Mike Kelley, Andy Kowske, Mark Vershaw, Jon Bryant and Maurice Linton -- as well as coach Dick Bennett. They think back to those four wins in March and subsequent loss in the national

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30:04

02.15.2018: The Bucks are the best team in the NBA at...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2019/02/15

Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the best team in the NBA at the all-star break. What would make Indiana a challenge in the playoffs? Could the Bucks endure a short-term injury to Giannis? When will we finally see Nikola Mirotic suit up for his new team? The guys also discuss Giannis's intriguing television preferences and what they're looking forward to this weekend during the all-star showcase. Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at

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28:36

02.07.2019: Emergency pod! Bucks make huge trade for...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2019/02/08

The Bucks made a big splash at the trade deadline Thursday, acquiring Pelicans forward Nikola Mirotic, with Thon Maker heading to Detroit and Stanley Johnson and Jason Smith en route to New Orleans. Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe and breaks it all down. How does it help the Bucks? Whose minutes will Mirotic get? Was this as big of a steal as it looks? Who else might the Bucks add to fill the final available roster spot? What other trades before Thursday's NBA trade

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35:01

02.06.2019: What you need to know about Anthony...

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2019/02/06

Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez discusses what you need to know about Anthony Davis's interest in Milwaukee, and why a trade for the Pelicans superstar remains virtually impossible. Matt and host JR Radcliffe also chat about the scintillating win over the Raptors last week, the Bucks' potential moves at the trade deadline and all-star Khris Middleton -- who'll be participating in the 3-point contest. Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and

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34:07

01.29.2019: Thon Maker asks for a trade and Giannis...

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2019/01/29

Journal Sentinel Bucks reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss Thon Maker's recent request to seek a trade from the Bucks, and is there any chance another player in the same boat -- Pelicans star Anthony Davis -- could end up in Milwaukee? Also, Giannis is an all-star captain; who's he gonna take with his first pick? The Bucks have split two games since we last chatted, and the Charlotte Hornets could easily be a first-round playoff matchup. How do they match up with the

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35:43

01.23.2019: Will Bucks hang another jersey in the...

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2019/01/23

As Giannis Antetokounmpo heads toward becoming an All-Star Game "captain" and Marques Johnson sees his jersey rise to the rafters at Fiserv Forum, Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez discusses whether or not another Bucks player could get similar treatment before Giannis does. Redd? Allen? Big Dog? Host JR Radcliffe and Matt also discuss the team's five-game winning streak, the prospects of Eric Bledsoe or Khris Middleton making the all-star team and the intriguing journey Johnson took to finally

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35:30

01.15.2019: That Wizards loss wasn't so bad, an...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2019/01/15

Journal Sentinel Bucks beat writer Matt Velazquez discusses the team's recent loss to Washington and why it wasn't all that disappointing. Does Giannis Antetokounmpo get a leg up in the MVP race after the Bucks went to Houston and won? What makes this team so tough in third quarters? Could Brook Lopez realistically compete in the 3-point contest on All-Star weekend? What's ahead for Milwaukee as it hits the road in Memphis and Orlando? I mean, the obvious answer is Splash Mountain on Splash

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42:41

01.09.2019: Breaking down a matchup of MVP candidates...

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2019/01/09

We've all been operating under the assumption that Giannis is the favorite to win the NBA MVP for the 2018-19 season, but is he? We'll learn more Wednesday when the Bucks travel to Houston and face the reigning MVP and co-favorite for the award, James Harden. Journal Sentinel Bucks beat writer Matt Velazquez chats about that meeting, plus the Bucks' recent hard-fought win over Utah and tough loss at the hands of Eastern Conference heavyweight Toronto. Just how daunting is that road ahead, with 13 of

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31:23

01.03.2019: The Milwaukee Bucks are the best team in...

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2019/01/03

The Bucks have won four straight, eight of nine and own the best record in the NBA after victories on both Christmas and New Year's Day. Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez swings by to discuss the state of the high-flying Bucks, from Brook Lopez's all-star candidacy to the emergence of DJ Wilson to the MVP case for Giannis Antetokounmpo. What were Matt's impressions of Milwaukee's first Christmas Day game since 1977? What does he make of the upcoming games against Eastern Conference

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33:16

12.19.2018: DJ Wilson gets some run and the Wheel of...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2018/12/19

The Bucks win back-to-back road games with some big minutes from DJ Wilson and Sterling Brown, plus some peak Giannis. Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Malcolm Brogdon absence, the guard rotation, the Earned Jerseys, Christmas in New York and #TheThing making an appearance in Milwaukee's narrow win over Detroit. Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com.

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43:25

12.12.18: Bucks make a trade and beat the mighty...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2018/12/12

We have a trade! Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez breaks down the motivation behind the swap that sent John Henson and Matthew Dellavedova to Cleveland and brought in George Hill and Jason Smith. Was there ever a chance the Bucks could land Sam Dekker? Also, a look back at a week that featured a loss to Golden State and an impressive win over Toronto. Malcolm Brogdon was huge in the latter game; what's his future in Milwaukee beyond 2018-19? Plus: big minutes for Sterling Brown. Then, host JR

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35:30

12.05.2018: Coach Bud sends a message, Hezojna's...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2018/12/05

Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the rare benching of Khris Middleton in New York and Middleton's long-term future in Milwaukee, as well as the team's up-and-down play against Chicago and the Knicks. Is the Mario Hezojna-Giannis beef foolishness? Plus, a look ahead to a big stretch with Golden State and Toronto on the docket. Then, JR asks some Very Important Questions to Bucks forward Brook Lopez, with topics ranging from cats to hair to swimming to

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34:51

11.28.2018: Should we be discouraged by two close...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2018/11/28

The Milwaukee Bucks split their four most recent games, including two tough one-possession losses to Charlotte and Phoenix. Host JR Radcliffe asks Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez: is it OK to feel really bummed about the past week of play? Matt takes a look at the Bucks a quarter of the way into the season, examines if Giannis is the MVP frontrunner and analyzes where Thon Maker fits into the grand scheme. Where does Giannis' crazy spin move against the Suns rank among his greatest

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41:19

11.21.2018: Eric Bledose on fire as Bucks keep...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2018/11/21

Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the 12-4 Bucks, who've been walking a high-wire act with some wild rallies lately. Topics include the late-game excellence of Eric Bledsoe (again), the injuries to John Henson and Donte DiVincenzo, the absurdity of the Bulls game, the City Jerseys and the availability of Wizards players now that Washington has imploded. Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com.

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41:01

11.14.2018: The Bucks just rocked the West and are...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2018/11/14

Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to talk about the Milwaukee Bucks' four-game road trip on the west coast. They split but managed wildly impressive wins over the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets. Are they the best team in the NBA? Matt discusses the Brook Lopez Revolution, the emergence of Eric Bledsoe as a late-game option, the return of Jabari Parker to Milwaukee this week and those gold city jerseys. Yay or nay? Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch,

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30:26

11.06.2018: Bucks lose first game but eviscerate...

Milwaukee Bucks Point Forward Podcast ·

2018/11/06

Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Bucks two most recent games, a loss to Boston that nonetheless offered some optimism and a dominant win over Sacramento. As the Bucks head out west for four games, it's becoming more and more clear that this team is for real. What does Matt think the team still has to show out west? What's his evaluation of the Eric Bledsoe trade, one year later. Is Mike Budenholzer really the difference between last year's so-so

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