Four guard sleepers for the 2025-26 fantasy season surface: VJ Edgecombe, Bradley Beal, Bennedict Mathurin, and Gary Trent Jr. Edgecombe steps into a larger role with Jared McCain sidelined, pairing with Maxey to boost scoring and playmaking in PHI. Beal lands in a playmaker-rich Clippers group, offering efficient scoring and a potential third option behind Kawhi and CP3. Mathurin gets a prime opportunity with Haliburton out, projecting 20+ PPG with efficiency. Trent Jr. plugs as a steady, high-volume shooter for Milwaukee in a fluid offense.

Milwaukee pivoted fast in free agency, moving on from Damian Lillard to clear space for Myles Turner and a broader cast of shooters and ball-handlers. Turner signs a four-year, $107 million deal, joined by Cole Anthony and Gary Harris to fortify guard depth. The Bucks also kept key pieces like Gary Trent Jr., Jericho Sims, Ryan Rollins, Taurean Prince, Kevin Porter Jr., Chris Livingston and Bobby Portis Jr. Giannis Antetokounmpo remains the central engine, with a shooting-heavy roster built around his drives. Portis publicly backs the group, arguing health, not talent, has been the missing ingredient. For fantasy, Turner’s arrival should improve spacing and floor overall, while the spread of shooters elevates multiple role players.

The Milwaukee Bucks secured Bobby Portis Jr. for three more years with a $44 million contract, a critical move as he was a top contender for free agency after turning down his $13.4 million option. Portis has emerged as a fan favorite and a reliable sixth man, finishing in the top three for the Sixth Man of the Year award for three consecutive seasons. Averaging 13.6 points and 8.3 rebounds, he played a pivotal role in the team's 2021 championship run.

General Manager Jon Horst noted that Portis chose to stay with the Bucks because of his passion for winning alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and the supporting roster. In addition, the Bucks re-signed Gary Trent Jr., who made a significant impact in the playoffs, averaging 18.8 points. The team also acquired guard Cole Anthony, likened by Horst to Portis due to his energy and flair, reinforcing the Bucks' championship aspirations around their core players.

Since the onset of NBA free agency, the Milwaukee Bucks have made significant roster changes, acquiring Myles Turner and re-signing key players like Bobby Portis, Taurean Prince, Jericho Sims, and Gary Trent Jr. However, they've opted not to re-sign 23-year-old guard Ryan Rollins, who remains a sought-after unrestricted free agent. His impressive performance last season has garnered interest from several teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, San Antonio Spurs, and Portland Trail Blazers, indicating a potentially busy offseason for Rollins.

Rollins averaged 6.2 points with impressive shooting stats while primarily playing a reserve role, also starting 19 games. The Bucks retain Early Bird Rights to potentially re-sign him despite withdrawing a qualifying offer to free up cap space. While the Blazers could use their mid-level exception, the Spurs and Lakers have bi-annual exceptions available, and the Suns may offer a veteran minimum pending negotiations with Bradley Beal.

The Milwaukee Bucks have made significant moves this offseason to bolster their roster, focusing on retaining key contributors. They secured Bobby Portis on a three-year, $44 million deal, ensuring the return of a fan favorite who plays a crucial role off the bench. The team also re-signed Taurean Prince, a versatile forward, to a two-year, $7.1 million contract, acknowledging his impact as a reliable role player last season.

In another strategic move, Gary Trent Jr. agreed to a two-year, $7.5 million contract, with a player option for the second year, marking his return to the team where he performed admirably. Trent averaged 11.1 points during the regular season and stepped up as a secondary scorer in the playoffs, particularly when Damian Lillard was sidelined due to injury. The Bucks are positioning themselves as strong contenders in the Eastern Conference with these key signings.