Bucks’ Myles Turner problem finally gets a solution thanks to Kristaps Porzingis

Behind the Buck Pass writer Swoosh Shrestha argues that the Milwaukee Bucks should consider trading center Myles Turner for Kristaps Porzingis. Shrestha contends that Turner's three-year, $73 million contract is a burden on Milwaukee's payroll, especially as the team shifts toward developing younger talent. The writer suggests swapping him for Porzingis, who has two years and $40 million remaining on his contract, despite reporting that the Bucks currently appear opposed to such a move.

According to Shrestha, shedding Turner's deal would free up rotational minutes for young center Kel'el Ware and provide crucial salary cap flexibility by 2028. The piece notes that Milwaukee previously stretched Damian Lillard's contract to sign Turner, compounding financial constraints, and argues that trading for Porzingis offers an avenue to shed Turner's long-term salary without attaching additional assets.