Milwaukee Bucks draft Malique Lewis after acquiring second-round pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 2:58 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Milwaukee Bucks acquired the No. 60 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft through a three-team trade involving Washington and Orlando, selecting Malique Lewis. The Bucks sent cash to Orlando to secure the last pick of the draft. Lewis, a 6-foot-8 guard, played for the South East Melbourne Phoenix, averaging 7.1 points and 4.3 rebounds per game last season. Despite past health issues, he was cleared by the NBA's fitness-to-play panel. Earlier in the draft, the Bucks selected Brayden Burries and Nate Ament, with Ament's rights tied to an upcoming trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo that will finalize on July 6.
- •Bucks trade for the No. 60 pick, drafting Malique Lewis.
- •Lewis improved his three-point shooting to 38.7% last season.
- •He has a history of health concerns but was cleared to play.
- •Bucks previously selected Brayden Burries and Nate Ament.
- •Ament's rights are part of a planned trade with Miami.
- 2:58 AMYahoo Sports — Milwaukee Bucks acquire second-round pick, draft Malique Lewis
"The Milwaukee Bucks acquired a second-round pick and drafted Malique Lewis following a three-team deal with Washington and Orlando.
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