Bucks Face Challenges Despite Lillard Addition

The Milwaukee Bucks, despite adding Damian Lillard to their roster, are facing challenges in maintaining their contender status in the NBA due to recent injuries and strategic issues. Currently sitting fifth in the Eastern Conference, the Bucks have struggled offensively, particularly highlighted by their recent 2-5 record and inability to defeat top-ranked teams. Their depth has been compromised with the absence of key players like Jericho Sims, who is recovering from thumb surgery, and Bobby Portis, who is serving a suspension. Coach Doc Rivers is forced to rely heavily on Giannis Antetokounmpo, even playing him at center, which has strained the team's performance. Amidst these challenges, Draymond Green of the Warriors successfully exploited the Bucks' weaknesses, leading to a recent victory over Milwaukee. Despite these setbacks, Giannis continues to perform at an MVP level, though Doc Rivers has expressed concerns about potential bias against his contributions in MVP discussions.