Myles Turner officially joins Milwaukee Bucks
2025-07-13 02:24
The Milwaukee Bucks announced on July 12 that former Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner had joined the team, making it one of the most notable free agent moves of the summer.
After ending his 10-year career with the Indiana Pacers, Turner changed his team for the first time. At the press conference, Turner admitted that it was not easy to leave his old team that had just reached the finals, but he was confident in this decision.
Turner said: "I hate the saying that the grass is not always greener on the other side. I believe that wherever I go, the grass is always greener. My girlfriend says I look good in green."
The 29-year-old Turner is not only younger than former center Brook Lopez, but also has excellent shooting and rim protection abilities. He is seen as a perfect piece of the puzzle that complements Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers praised the signing: "If you were to draw the ideal partner for Giannis, it would be Myers. Everyone underestimates how hard it is to win, and he's ready to go all out."
It is reported that in order to sign Turner, the Milwaukee Bucks handled Damian Lillard's contract through the layoff extension clause to make room for the new lineup. Turner himself did not talk much about the details of leaving the Indiana Pacers, but only revealed that joining the Milwaukee Bucks was his best choice.
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