Bucks Conduct Due Diligence on Kings' Zach LaVine Amid Trade Rumors

The Milwaukee Bucks have conducted "recent due diligence" on Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine, according to The Athletic's Sam Amick, following earlier reports of interest. LaVine, currently sidelined with a thumb injury, is in his first full season with Sacramento after a trade from the Bulls. He holds a $47.5 million cap hit this season and a nearly $49 million player option for 2026-27, making a trade challenging without draft assets. In 22 games, he averages 20.6 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.3 assists.