Myles Turner Joins Milwaukee Bucks, Critiques Former Pacers Tenure

Myles Turner, after a decade with the Indiana Pacers, signed a four-year, $107 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2025 offseason, marking a significant change in his career as he enters his prime. Turner expressed that he feels more celebrated and welcomed in Milwaukee compared to Indiana, where he was often a polarizing figure due to his strengths in rim protection and three-point shooting but also weaknesses like rebounding and offensive inefficiency, which fueled persistent trade rumors. His move to the Bucks followed their decision to clear cap space by waiving and trading Damian Lillard, and Turner's addition is seen as a strategic fit to complement Giannis Antetokounmpo by providing rim protection and floor spacing. Despite his critical role in Indiana's run to the NBA Finals, Turner hinted at dissatisfaction with his former team during media day, emphasizing the positive reception and excitement from Milwaukee fans. As the Bucks prepare for the 2025-26 NBA season, Turner's presence is expected to enhance the team's competitiveness, though it remains to be seen if this will be enough for a championship push. The Bucks officially welcomed Turner as a new star during their media day, highlighting his elite defensive and shooting capabilities at 29 years old.