12.23.2019: Giannis discusses Paris, WWE warmups and LeBron, plus a preview of Christmas in Philly
A chat with Giannis Antetokounmpo, plus a look back at the thrilling Lakers win and a look ahead to Philly on Christmas.
40m Dec 23, 2019
40m
12.18.2019: The streak is over; did the loss to Mavericks reveal the areas where Bucks must improve?
Matt Velazquez takes a look at the game that ended Milwaukee's 18-game winning streak and looks ahead to a huge clash with the Lakers.
32m Dec 18, 2019
32m
12.11.19: The Bucks may never lose again; circle that Lakers game though
The Bucks are up to 15 in a row and no stopping in sight. Beat reporter Matt Velazquez discusses how they've done it despite not apparently shooting as well as last year.
32m Dec 11, 2019
32m
12.04.19: Are we under-appreciating how great this Bucks team is?
Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez discusses the Bucks' 12-game win streak. Who are Giannis's top challengers for MVP?
37m Dec 04, 2019
37m
11.27.2019: All hail Giannis, but will he ever get a rest?
Matt Velazquez discusses a virtuoso performance by Giannis Antetokounmpo, but will he get a game off or two? And when is Khris Middleton coming back?
31m Nov 27, 2019
31m
11.20.2019: Chatting with Wes Matthews and what's up with the Giannis whistles?
Host JR Radcliffe chats with Wes Matthews, plus the foul calls against Giannis and his newfound 3-point shot.
37m Nov 20, 2019
37m
11.13.2019: What does Khris Middleton's injury mean for the Bucks?
Matt Velazquez and JR Radcliffe discuss what the Bucks are facing with Khris Middleton sidelined, plus omg Giannis is better than ever.
43m Nov 13, 2019
43m
11.06.2019: Let's talk about Eric Bledsoe
Matt Velazquez and JR Radcliffe discuss Eric Bledsoe's start to the season -- good and bad -- and look ahead to a fascinating litmus test with the Clippers.
34m Nov 06, 2019
34m
10.30.2019: Is something a little off about the Bucks in the early going?
The Bucks start 2-1, but does something seem a little off? Beat reporter Matt Velazquez discusses the first three games of the season.
33m Oct 30, 2019
33m
10.23.2019: Let's do this! Buy or sell the Bucks as NBA title favorite?
Matt Velazquez of the Journal Sentinel joins JR Radcliffe to give one last look at the Milwaukee Bucks before the season begins Thursday.
34m Oct 23, 2019
34m
10.15.2019: An injury update on Eric Bledsoe and what have we learned in the preseason?
Beat reporter Matt Velazquez discusses the Eric Bledsoe injury, Dragan Bender and takeaways from the first four preseason games.
34m Oct 15, 2019
34m
10.07.2019: The Bucks are back in action, and we're talking Giannis contract, fifth starter and more
Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez chats about Giannis and the supermax, newcomers to the roster and the shape of the rotation as preseason Bucks basketball begins.
32m Oct 07, 2019
32m
Bucks Podcast: Should we be worried about Giannis staying past 2021? Plus: Kyle Korver, that trade exception and the shape of the East
Journal Sentinel reporter Matt Velazquez discusses the signing of Kyle Korver, the roster situation and Giannis staying in Milwaukee.
43m Jul 25, 2019
43m
07.02.2019: Emergency podcast! Let's try to make sense of all the Bucks free-agency madness
Matt Velazquez discusses the frenzied free-agency maneuvers of the Milwaukee Bucks.
59m Jul 02, 2019
59m
06.28.2019: The Bucks bring home some serious hardware as big-time free agency questions loom
The Bucks get set for a huge free agency session, plus a look back at the draft and NBA Awards.
38m Jun 28, 2019
38m
06.18.2019: These are the questions to ponder as the Bucks head into the draft and free agency
Matt Velazquez gives you insight into the questions surrounding the Bucks in free agency and the draft.
55m Jun 17, 2019
55m
05.28.2019: What were the Bucks missing, and how do they address the roster from here?
Topics include the future of Giannis beyond 2020, the offseason decisions ahead and the elements that led to Milwaukee's playoff downfall. Plus: a chat with Eddie Doucette.
1hr 21m May 28, 2019
1hr 21m
05.20.2019: After a rugged Game 3 loss, should the Bucks feel concerned or encouraged?
Milwaukee's three best players struggled in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals, and Milwaukee took its first loss of the series -- but still forced two overtimes. Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss whether that's a good or bad thing now that Milwaukee's series lead has been trimmed to 2-1. What are the circumstances that actually create a poor Giannis per...
31m May 20, 2019
31m
05.15.2019: What should Bucks fans know about the Toronto Raptors?
Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to preview the Eastern Conference finals, beginning Wednesday in Milwaukee. How will the Bucks try to stop Toronto's Kawhi Leonard, and likewise, how will the Raptors try and contain Giannis Antetokounmpo? Who else is going to present a matchup problem? How much will we see Malcolm Brogdon on the floor? The Petty Horn returns, plus a br...
30m May 15, 2019
30m
05.09.2019: Y'all, the Bucks are going to the Eastern Conference Finals
Milwaukee Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez stayed up late to chat about the Bucks dominant 116-91 win over the Boston Celtics on Wednesday, a game that gave the Bucks their first ticket to the Eastern Conference finals since 2001. Matt joined host JR Radcliffe to talk about the elements that helped Milwaukee win four straight games against Boston, what elements could get even better in the ne...
32m May 09, 2019
32m
05.01.2019: We're all even after two blowouts, and Khris Middleton is the truth
The Bucks responded in a big way Tuesday at Fiserv Forum with a 123-102 win over Boston to even their Eastern Conference Semifinals series at 1-1, and now they hit the road to Boston needing a win at TD Garden. Journal Sentinel reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the adjustments the Bucks made to rebound, the methods to defend Al Horford and Kyrie Irving, the change in th...
47m May 01, 2019
47m
04.25.2019: Breaking down the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Celtics
Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to break down the matchup ahead after the Bucks dismissed the Pistons in the opening round of the NBA playoffs. Can we stop being at least mildly concerned about the health of Giannis? Is Al Horford still the biggest matchup problem to watch? Whose job is it to contain Kyrie? If Malcolm Brogdon returns from injury, how many minutes does...
35m Apr 25, 2019
35m
04.19.2019: A breakdown of the Bucks 2-0 series lead and conversation with Darvin Ham
The Bucks have taken a 2-0 lead on the Detroit Pistons in the first round of the NBA playoffs, and Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to break it all down. They discuss the absence of Blake Griffin, the bounceback of Eric Bledsoe from last year's playoff series, playoff officiating toward Giannis Antetokounmpo, the huge minutes provided by Pat Connaughton and ...
43m Apr 19, 2019
43m
04.11.2019: The playoffs are upon us; let's talk Detroit Pistons
The Milwaukee Bucks finished the regular season with the best record in the NBA, and now, finally, comes the fun part. Journal Sentinel beat writer Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the first-round opponent Detroit Pistons, how injuries will factor into the Bucks' destiny, Sterling Brown in the starting lineup, the race for postseason hardware and the national pundits down on th...
38m Apr 11, 2019
38m
04.01.2019: Kane Pitman stops by to chat Giannis, the Coach of the Year race and Sterling Brown's future (plus his own amazing journey from Australia)
Bucks beat reporter Kane Pitman serves as special guest this week, chatting about the health of Giannis Antetokounmpo, where Mike Budenholzer falls in the Coach of the Year race and where Sterling Brown could fit into the long term picture in light of his big game Sunday. Kane then goes into his own amazing back story. He's gone from working at an oil refinery in his native Australia to self-f...
44m Apr 01, 2019
44m
03.28.2019: Assessing the Harden vs. Giannis MVP clash, plus three teams vying to face Bucks in the first round
Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez looks at the MVP clash between James Harden and Giannis Antetokounmpo in the wake of Milwaukee's win over Houston on Tuesday. What's up with that Harden ad in the newspaper (though shoutout to Adidas for supporting local journalism!)? The Bucks social media team was spitting fire during the contest. Meanwhile, the battle to face the Bucks in the first round is...
39m Mar 28, 2019
39m
03.21.2019: Bucks facing first true adversity with injuries to Brogdon, Mirotic and (gulp) Giannis
Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez stops by to discuss the suddenly limping Milwaukee Bucks, beset by injuries and just 5-5 in their last 10 games and a most recent loss against lowly Cleveland. How will they maneuver with Malcolm Brogdon sidelined for possibly the rest of the season (though hopefully back by the second round of the playoffs)? How serious should we be viewing the Giannis Anteto...
35m Mar 21, 2019
35m
03.14.2019: Sizing up the Heat and 76ers as potential playoff foes
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...
23m Mar 14, 2019
23m
03.07.2019: Bucks lose twice in a row! It's time to panic! Just kidding ... right?
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 ...
39m Mar 07, 2019
39m
03.02.2019: EMERGENCY BRUNCH Bucks podcast! Eric Bledsoe's new contract, Pau Gasol and a win over LeBron
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 wi...
33m Mar 02, 2019
33m
02.27.2019: What kind of problems would the Celtics present in the playoffs?
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...
37m Feb 27, 2019
37m
Special episode: Wisconsin Badgers run to the 2000 Final Four with Dick Bennett and players from the team
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 w...
55m Feb 21, 2019
55m
02.15.2018: The Bucks are the best team in the NBA at the all-star break; is there anything to even nitpick?
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 thi...
30m Feb 15, 2019
30m
02.07.2019: Emergency pod! Bucks make huge trade for Nikola Mirotic
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 ...
29m Feb 08, 2019
29m
02.06.2019: What you need to know about Anthony Davis's interest in Milwaukee and trade-deadline chatter
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 ...
35m Feb 06, 2019
35m
01.29.2019: Thon Maker asks for a trade and Giannis is all-star captain
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 t...
34m Jan 29, 2019
34m
01.23.2019: Will Bucks hang another jersey in the rafters before Giannis?
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...
36m Jan 23, 2019
36m
01.15.2019: That Wizards loss wasn't so bad, an impressive win in Houston and Lopez in the 3-point contest?
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 a...
35m Jan 15, 2019
35m
01.09.2019: Breaking down a matchup of MVP candidates and a chat with DJ Wilson
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 lo...
43m Jan 09, 2019
43m
01.03.2019: The Milwaukee Bucks are the best team in the NBA
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 fi...
31m Jan 03, 2019
31m
12.19.2018: DJ Wilson gets some run and the Wheel of Budenholzer
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 Ch...
33m Dec 19, 2018
33m
12.12.18: Bucks make a trade and beat the mighty Raptors, plus a chat with Pat Connaughton
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 ga...
43m Dec 12, 2018
43m
12.05.2018: Coach Bud sends a message, Hezojna's step-over and a chat with Brook Lopez
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 V...
35m Dec 05, 2018
35m
11.28.2018: Should we be discouraged by two close losses?
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 f...
35m Nov 28, 2018
35m
11.21.2018: Eric Bledose on fire as Bucks keep finding a way
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. Musi...
41m Nov 21, 2018
41m
11.14.2018: The Bucks just rocked the West and are perhaps the NBA's best team
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 Milw...
41m Nov 14, 2018
41m
11.06.2018: Bucks lose first game but eviscerate Kings -- this team is for real, people
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...
30m Nov 06, 2018
30m
10.31.2018: The only undefeated team in the NBA gears up for the Celtics
The Bucks will celebrate Halloween with a perfect record, heading into a fascinating Thursday clash with the Boston Celtics. Journal Sentinel beat writer Matt Velazquez dives into the team's impressive win over the Toronto Raptors (without Giannis) as well as the other elements that have enabled the Bucks to match their best start in franchise history at 7-0. Matt and host JR Radcliffe discuss ...
28m Oct 31, 2018
28m
10.26.2018: The Bucks are going undefeated in 2018-19, right?
The Milwaukee Bucks are off to a 4-0 start – their best since the 2001 Eastern Conference Finals season – so it's a perfect time to get back into the Journal Sentinel Milwaukee Bucks podcast. With host JR Radcliffe, beat writer Matt Velazquez takes a look at what's been working so far, from the spacing of new coach Mike Budenholzer's system to the efficiency of Khris Middleton to the stat-stuff...
37m Oct 26, 2018
37m
04.26.18: Previewing Bucks-Celtics Game 6
In this edition of our Milwaukee Bucks podcast, beat writer Matt Velazquez and sports columnist Gary D'Amato preview Game 6 between the Bucks and Celtics, which regardless of the result could end up being the final game played at the BMO Harris Bradley Center.
27m Apr 26, 2018
27m