Bucks sign Gary Trent Jr. to four-year, $64 million contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 3:32 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The Milwaukee Bucks announced a four-year contract for Gary Trent Jr. worth $64 million. This move comes as the Bucks enter a full-scale rebuild after trading Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. Trent, who averaged 8.1 points on 38.7% shooting last season, is viewed by many as overpaid for his contributions. The decision has sparked outrage and humor among fans and analysts, questioning the rationale behind the contract given his recent performance.
- •Gary Trent Jr. signed a four-year, $64 million deal with the Bucks.
- •Trent averaged 8.1 points and 38.7% shooting last season.
- •The Bucks are rebuilding after moving Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat.
- •Analysts have criticized Trent's contract as excessive.
- •Fans are expressing strong reactions on social media.
- 3:32 AMYahoo Sports — ‘One of the Most Overpaid Role Players’ — NBA World ‘Stunned’ by Gary Trent Jr.’s ‘Egregious’ $64,000,000 Deal With Bucks
"The Milwaukee Bucks are entering a full-scale rebuild. Since their 2021 NBA championship victory, the team hasn’t found the right combination around Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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