Bucks trade for No. 60 pick, select Malique Lewis
Brew Hoop • • sports
Key Points:
- The Milwaukee Bucks acquired the No. 60 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft from the Orlando Magic in exchange for cash considerations, allowing them to select in the second round.
- With the final pick, the Bucks chose Malique Lewis, a 21-year-old small forward who has played two seasons in the NBL with South East Melbourne Phoenix and most recently in the G League with the Mexico City Capitanes.
- Lewis, originally from Trinidad and Tobago, developed his skills in Spain before moving to the G League, where he averaged 8.3 points and 5.8 rebounds over 50 games in the 2023-24 season.
- Standing 6-foot-8, Lewis is known for his defensive capabilities and 3-and-D potential, qualities the Bucks see as valuable for their future roster and possibly for their G League affiliate, the Wisconsin Herd.
- The Bucks’ decision to re-enter the second round to draft Lewis reflects their interest in developing versatile, defensively strong players as part of their long-term strategy.
