The Milwaukee Bucks are in the midst of roster adjustments as they approach the upcoming regular season. Recent reports indicate that the team plans to waive Chris Livingston, their 2023 draft pick.
Milwaukee Bucks Roster Changes
As part of their roster management, the Bucks must finalize their 15-person roster by 4 p.m. CT on October 20. The decision to waive 22-year-old forward Chris Livingston emerges amidst a numbers crunch.
Chris Livingston’s Draft and Contract
- Drafted as the No. 58 pick in 2023.
- Signed a lucrative four-year contract worth $7.7 million, the largest for a second-round pick.
- Played a total of 42 games with the Bucks.
Livingston’s waiving allows the Bucks to open up a guaranteed roster spot. His initial contract was followed by a one-year deal worth $2.29 million, which is guaranteed.
Other Roster Considerations
Coach Doc Rivers has praised the performance of veteran Amir Coffey, who joined the Bucks on a non-guaranteed training camp deal. Coffey previously spent six seasons with the Los Angeles Clippers.
In addition, Andre Jackson Jr. is a player to watch. He has a guaranteed contract of $800,000 that pushes back his full guarantee date to Oct. 20. If Jackson makes the roster, he will earn $2.2 million.
Jackson was acquired from Orlando in 2023 and has played 124 games over the past two seasons, including 51 starts.
As the Bucks make these crucial decisions, all eyes will be on how these changes impact the team’s performance in the upcoming season.
