Milwaukee Bucks Sign Undrafted All-American Guard Mark Sears Two-Way Contract

Following the 2025 NBA Draft, the Milwaukee Bucks signed undrafted guard Mark Sears from Alabama to a two-way contract, filling their last available two-way slot. Sears, a 23-year-old point guard and Muscle Shoals native, was a First Team All-American in 2024-25 and is considered one of Alabama basketball's greatest players, ranking second in program history with 1,950 points and leading the team to deep NCAA Tournament runs including a Final Four appearance in 2024. Despite concerns about his 6-foot frame, Sears impressed scouts with his elite shooting, playmaking, and leadership, demonstrated by his strong NBA Combine performance and consistent scoring and assists in college. Bucks assistant GM Milt Newton praised Sears as a strong defender and shooter, emphasizing the value of shooting and defensive tenacity regardless of size. The Bucks had originally sought a contingency point guard due to Damian Lillard's ACL injury but chose Serbian forward Bogoljub Marković with their 47th pick, while Sears was acquired as an undrafted free agent. Sears will participate in the NBA Summer League to compete for a full-time roster spot.