The Milwaukee Bucks made a roster move before their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. MarJon Beauchamp, a forward for the team, was recalled from the G League’s Wisconsin Herd[1]. This move comes after the Bucks’ head coach, Adrian Griffin, was fired on Tuesday[4].
Beauchamp’s Recall
Beauchamp, a 20-year-old forward, was assigned to the Wisconsin Herd on January 25[2]. He was recalled to the NBA just one day later, on January 26[1]. Beauchamp has played in 11 games for the Herd this season, averaging 11.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game[1].
Griffin’s Firing
Griffin’s firing came as a surprise to many, as he had been the head coach of the Bucks since 2018[4]. The team’s general manager, Jon Horst, explained that the decision was made to ensure the team capitalizes on the opportunity in front of them to win[3]. Horst also mentioned that the team’s performance on the defensive end has been a concern, and they believe they can be better[4].
Bucks’ Performance
The Bucks have had a strong offensive season, ranking as the NBA’s second-best offensive unit[4]. However, their defense has taken a step back, and the team has struggled to find consistency on that end of the floor[4]. The firing of Griffin and the recall of Beauchamp are likely part of the team’s efforts to improve their performance and make a push for the playoffs.
The Milwaukee Bucks made a roster move before their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, recalling MarJon Beauchamp from the G League’s Wisconsin Herd. This move comes after the firing of head coach Adrian Griffin, who was let go to ensure the team capitalizes on the opportunity in front of them to win. The Bucks have had a strong offensive season but have struggled on defense, and these moves are likely part of their efforts to improve their performance and make a push for the playoffs.
