This offseason, the Milwaukee Bucks nabbed one of the Indiana Pacers' key pieces in free agency when they signed Myles Turner. Amid recent developments, they could roll the dice on another one of the franchise's former standouts.
While Summer League is a chance for young players to showcase their talents, they are not the only ones in action. In some cases, free agents show up to work out for teams across the league in hopes of landing a contract. After being out of the league for some time, one former All-Star is eager to make a comeback.
On Tuesday, insiders from ESPN broke down the latest intel from Summer League. Jeremy Woo noted that Victor Oladipo impressed in a private workout where he played five-on-five against pros from overseas.
The two-time All-Star, 33, was part of a well-attended private workout in Las Vegas on Monday morning, with a large contingent of NBA and European teams attending. Oladipo played full-court five-on-five in a group workout of international pros. Multiple team sources in attendance came away impressed, with Oladipo described as being in excellent shape as he pursues another comeback.
Oladipo, 33, last played for the Miami Heat in 2023. Now back in a good place physically, he is eager to have a resurgence.
Due to their limited financial flexibility, the Bucks have to get creative when it comes to upgrading their roster. This is the type of low-risk, high-reward move that could help Milwaukee stay competitive. If Oladipo can return to any form of the player he was, he would be a steal for a team in need of more backcourt depth.
After weeks of chatter about Giannis Antetokounmpo potentially asking for a trade, the Bucks cannot afford to get complacent with their roster building. Though going after Oladipo wouldn't be a sure thing, it's a move worth considering given the Bucks' circumstances.