Gary Trent Jr.’s absence from Bucks’ rotation is devastating slap in the face

The Milwaukee Bucks handed Gary Trent Jr. $64 million, and he didn't even play in the season opener.

By William Moxon · Behind the Buck Pass

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 5:15 PM

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William Moxon argues Gary Trent Jr.'s benching in the season opener makes his expensive new contract difficult to justify.
Trent signed a four-year, $64 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks but did not play against the Washington Wizards.
The NBA is currently conducting an ongoing investigation into Trent's new contract regarding potential cap circumvention.

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Writer William Moxon argues that Gary Trent Jr. being benched during the Milwaukee Bucks' season opener is a troubling development. Trent, who signed a four-year, $64 million contract, did not play a single second against the Washington Wizards, sparking criticism over the expensive deal.

The writer notes that Trent struggled in preseason and sits behind guards Kasparas Jakucionis, Brayden Burries, and AJ Green in the rotation. Additionally, the NBA is reportedly investigating Trent's new contract over potential cap circumvention concerns.

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