The Milwaukee Bucks need to make roster moves, since they have to surround Giannis Antetokounmpo with more reliable shooters and floor-spacers to keep their championship window open. Outside of Bobby Portis and Myles Turner, consistent offensive help has been hard to come by, meaning the Bucks are overly dependent on Giannis’ all-around brilliance. So, who can they acquire this offseason? Bogdan Bogdanovic. In the three-team trade idea, the Bucks bring on a veteran shooter who can hit threes and defend the perimeter (10.8 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 36.3% 3-PT FG last season), but this trade will involve three teams.

Proposed Trade Details

Milwaukee Bucks Receive: Bogdan Bogdanovic, 2031 second-round pick (BKN)

Los Angeles Clippers: Terance Mann, 2029 second-round pick (BKN)

Brooklyn Nets: Kyle Kuzma

The Brooklyn Nets continue to search for a true franchise cornerstone and must keep adding proven talent to stay competitive in the East. Out West, the Los Angeles Clippers are looking to add a spark off the bench as they navigate a retooling phase around their veteran core. With all three teams facing different but pressing needs, we propose a trade that helps each side move forward in a meaningful way. Let’s dive into this.

 

Milwaukee Bucks Add A Veteran Sharpshooter To Fill Out Starting Lineup

The Bucks have been searching for consistent perimeter shooting ever since their 2021 championship run, and Bogdan Bogdanovic could be the perfect solution. The Serbian sharpshooter brings an elite mix of experience, scoring versatility, and playoff composure that fits seamlessly next to Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Bogdanovic’s ability to hit threes off the catch or create his own shot out of screens makes him an immediate offensive upgrade on the wing, giving Milwaukee a badly needed perimeter threat who can punish defenses that collapse on Giannis. More importantly, Bogdanovic’s presence helps balance the floor spacing in Milwaukee’s starting lineup.

With Myles Turner anchoring the middle and Bobby Portis providing inside-out scoring, Bogdanovic completes a modern offensive core built around shooting and mobility. His veteran instincts and proven production with the Hawks show he’s capable of thriving in a complementary role alongside Giannis, something the Bucks have struggled to find outside of their main rotation.

Adding a player of Bogdanovic’s caliber also sends a clear message: Milwaukee is still all-in on maximizing Giannis’ prime. The Bucks can’t afford to lose Giannis, and if Bogdanovic can stay healthy, this move could transform Milwaukee from a stagnant half-court offense into one of the league’s most efficient scoring units again.

 

Los Angeles Clippers Bring Back A Familiar Face

For the Clippers, reacquiring Terance Mann provides familiarity and flexibility. Mann’s relentless energy, defensive effort, and ability to play multiple positions make him a valuable glue guy for a team that has a lot of egos and starpower headlines by James Harden, Kawhi Leonard, and Bradley Beal. Mann’s experience in Ty Lue’s system means he can seamlessly reintegrate into the lineup and immediately contribute on both ends of the floor.

Mann’s development since his breakout 2021 playoff performance has proven that he can thrive in any role, from spark-plug reserve to spot starter in case Leonard and Mann suffer injuries. For a Clippers team transitioning toward a new era, having a young, athletic, and battle-tested player like Mann is critical to maintaining competitiveness in a last-ditch effort with Leonard as their star.

The addition of a second-round pick also strengthens the Clippers’ long-term flexibility. Bringing back Mann is more than just familiarity, it’s a practical step toward restoring depth, energy, and defensive stability to a team that’s often struggled with consistency and availability.

 

Brooklyn Nets Give Kyle Kuzma A Chance

The Brooklyn Nets have been searching for a reliable go-to scorer since the departures of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, and Kyle Kuzma fits the bill as a talented forward ready for an expanded role alongside a player like Cam Thomas and Michael Porter Jr. Kuzma’s ability to create his own shot, stretch the floor, and contribute as a rebounder makes him an ideal addition to a team in need of offensive identity.

He can play either forward spot, providing lineup versatility for a Brooklyn squad that has lacked consistent scoring on the wing. In Brooklyn, Kuzma would have the green light to lead the offense while surrounded by young talent. The Nets’ current roster features promising pieces but no clear hierarchy. Kuzma’s arrival helps fill that leadership void.

His scoring mentality and championship experience from his Lakers days give Brooklyn a more confident and composed presence during crunch time. More importantly, this move gives the Nets a chance to evaluate Kuzma as a potential franchise cornerstone or future trade asset.

If he thrives in an expanded role, he could become the centerpiece of their next competitive era. If not, his contract remains movable and could net additional future assets. Either way, Brooklyn’s flexibility and improved scoring are things the franchise desperately needs to not fall at the bottom of the Eastern Conference.