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NBA 'continuing to look into' circumstances regarding Bucks' signing of Gary Trent Jr.
By Steve Megargee, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 16, 2026
· 2 min read
The NBA is investigating the circumstances surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks’ signing of Gary Trent Jr. that was officially announced Thursday.An NBA spokesman said that “the NBA is continuing to look into it.” ESPN first reported that the NBA was investigating the signing for possible circumventio...
Key takeaway Although the Bucks didn’t disclose terms when they announced the signing, ESPN has reported Trent received a four-year, $64 million deal.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The NBA's investigation into the Milwaukee Bucks' signing of Gary Trent Jr. may have implications for how local fans perceive the team's front office decisions. San Antonio residents who follow the Spurs know that navigating the salary cap is a crucial part of building a competitive roster. If the Bucks are found to have circumvented salary cap rules, it could raise questions about the fairness of the league's financial system and potentially impact the Spurs' own roster construction. The fact that Trent's statistics dipped last season, yet he still received a lucrative four-year deal, may also lead to discussions about the value of player contracts and how they are negotiated. As the investigation unfolds, San Antonio basketball fans will be watching to see how the NBA handles this situation and what it might mean for their own team's future roster moves.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The NBA is investigating the circumstances surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks’ signing of Gary Trent Jr. that was officially announced Thursday.An NBA spokesman said that “the NBA is continuing to look into it.” ESPN first reported that the NBA was investigating the signing for possible circumventio...
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