Bucks scheduled for only two national games next season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 12:22 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
The Milwaukee Bucks have seen a significant decline in their national television appearances, dropping to only two games next season. Following their championship win in 2021, the team had been broadcasted 19 times during the 2023-24 season, 17 times in 2024-25, and just 13 times last season. The Bucks are now rebuilding after the departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo, whose new team, the Miami Heat, will be their opponent in both televised matches. Analysts suggest that the Bucks will be working in obscurity and need time to develop their roster.
- •Bucks will play nationwide televised games only twice next season.
- •Team's national presence has declined from 19 games in 2023-24.
- •Rebuilding process follows Giannis Antetokounmpo's departure.
- •Both televised games are scheduled against the Miami Heat.
- 12:22 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Sends Clear Message to Bucks With National TV Shortage This Season
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