How did Gary Payton II end up on the Milwaukee Bucks so late in the season? It’s not uncommon for veteran players to be waived late in the year, as teams look to save money or bring in an injection of some fresh energy for the playoffs.
The Bucks believed they had found a steal shortly after the trade deadline when they picked up forward Terrence Jones — at least according to Jason Terry.
Released by the Pelicans after the DeMarcus Cousins trade, the Bucks hoped to have found a rare waiver wire talent, and the move made even more sense with Jabari Parker and Michael Beasley both injured at the time.