

Emergency Dame Pod
Sep 28, 2023
ESPN's Bobby Marks joins Zach to discuss the Damian Lillard trade to Milwaukee and its impact on the Bucks, Blazers, Suns, Heat, and Raptors. They also explore potential fake Jrue Holiday trades.
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Lillard Gives Bucks A New Offensive Engine
- Damian Lillard gives Milwaukee a ready-made pick-and-roll weapon and a reliable late-game scorer.
- Zach Lowe says Giannis-Lopez defensive backbone should solve many perimeter problems created by adding Lillard.
Holiday's Signature Playbook In Milwaukee
- Drew Holiday provided iconic playoff moments and real two-way value during his Bucks tenure.
- Zach Lowe recounts Holiday's steal from Devin Booker and his huge block on Marcus Smart as defining plays.
Milwaukee Had To Strike Now
- The Bucks couldn't afford to wait another season to retool around Giannis.
- Zach Lowe explains Milwaukee had no luxury of time and had to act this year to avoid catastrophic fallout.