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Despite having the best record in the NBA regular season in 2019-20, the Milwaukee Bucks ran out of steam and were bumped out by the Miami Heat in the second round of the 2020 playoffs. Considering their surprise early exit in the postseason, the franchise has been surrounded by NBA trade rumors regarding the players they could acquire during the off-season.
One of the biggest holes in the Milwaukee Bucks' roster is the lack of quality in the point guard position. While Eric Bledsoe has not been bad, he simply doesn't have the caliber to be the starting option on a championship-contending team.
On that note, let us have a look at five point guards the Bucks need to target ahead of the 2020-21 NBA season.
NBA Trade Rumors: Five point guards the Milwaukee Bucks should target this off-season
For this list, we have considered the NBA trade rumors regarding the players who could best suit the Milwaukee Bucks' current roster, one of them being the requirement of another star who could call the shots and space the floor. Without further ado, let's get started.
#1 Chris Paul
Chris Paul has been the subject of countless NBA trade rumors, and it is no secret to see why.
The 35-year-old had a resurgent season with the OKC Thunder, leading the young team to secure the fifth seed in a stacked Western Conference.
Chris Paul would be the perfect player for the Milwaukee Bucks. Not only is he an elite shooter and playmaker, but he is also an extremely underrated defender and has the ability to slow down the best guards in the NBA on his day.
The Milwaukee Bucks are desperate for a star who could step up during the toughest moments, and Chris Paul could very well be the best player on that front who will be available during the off-season.
#2 Goran Dragic
The Milwaukee Bucks are well aware of the abilities of Goran Dragic; the 34-year-old was a key player on the Miami Heat team that bumped them out of the 2020 postseason.
Dragic is a dynamic scorer and playmaker and almost always makes smart decisions at the offensive end of the floor. Besides, he is an amazing locker room presence as well and has been known to push his teammates, something the Bucks sorely need.
While Dragic's defense is not his strongest attribute, the Bucks should not be unduly worried about that, as the franchise harbors one of the best defenses in the league.
Considering the offensive firepower he can provide, Goran Dragic would be a dream signing for the Milwaukee Bucks ahead of next season.
#3 Rajon Rondo
With NBA trade rumors suggesting that Rajon Rondo could opt out of his contract to become a free agent this off-season, several teams in the competition are enthused at the prospect of signing him, and quite justifiably so.
During the LA Lakers' title run, the 34-year-old showed that he could be more than what it takes to be a factor on a championship team. His playmaking was as impressive as ever while his defense was still what it was during the days of his prime. However, while he can knock down the occasional open shot, Rondo cannot space the floor for his team.
His inability to space the floor would only be a minor inconvenience if he is acquired by the franchise, as the Milwaukee Bucks desperately need a player like Rajon Rondo in its roster.
#4 Derrick Rose
Despite suffering frequent knee injuries early on in his career, Derrick Rose has evolved to become a star in the NBA, with his injury problems only a thing of the past now.
The 32-year-old is a brilliant scorer who can slash but also has a three-point-shot. He has also improved massively as a playmaker, sometimes making incredibly impressive plays during clutch moments.
While Rose's defense can sometimes be a liability of sorts, the Milwaukee Bucks have more than enough in its roster to cover for the players' weakness.
If the Bucks acquire Derrick Rose this off-season, we might see the team winning an NBA Championship in the very near future.
#5 James Harden
While James Harden may not have started out as a point guard, the 31-year-old has played the position for the Houston Rockets on countless occasions, which is why we have included him on this list.
Despite another disappointing campaign for his team, Harden managed to silence a lot of his critics during the 2020 postseason by showing some emphatic defense while improving with each passing game at the offensive end of the floor as well.
Even though the Rockets' system largely stifled his offensive play, James Harden is an elite playmaker who can also be the shot creator for his team in the clutchest moments.
It may cost the Milwaukee Bucks a fortune, but if they can get James Harden on board, the team could become one of the most dominant ones in the NBA.
Also Read: NBA Trade Rumors: 5 players unlikely to be back with the Phoenix Suns for the 2020-21 season.
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