The Milwaukee Bucks are gearing up for the 2025 free agency period with several strategic advantages following the midseason trade of Khris Middleton. The team can negotiate with a total of $26.4 million in exceptions, including a $5.1 million bi-annual exception and a $7.2 million trade exception. Key free agents include Brook Lopez, who just completed a two-year deal and demonstrated impressive shooting stats, and Gary Trent Jr., who excelled in the playoffs. Both players are unrestricted free agents. There are also discussions around bringing back Malcolm Brogdon, alongside interest in guards Dennis Schröder and Tyus Jones.