In a shocking turn of events, Milwaukee Bucks star guard Damian Lillard has reportedly expressed elation following the team’s decision to waive him, according to league sources. The move comes less than a year after Lillard was traded from the Portland Trail Blazers to Milwaukee in a blockbuster deal that paired him with two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo in a bid to chase a championship.
Lillard’s reaction to the news has raised eyebrows across the league. While being waived typically signals a career setback or a team moving in a different direction, Lillard’s reported excitement suggests a different narrative — one that points to dissatisfaction behind the scenes and a desire for a fresh start elsewhere.
Sources close to Lillard say the seven-time All-Star had grown increasingly frustrated with his role in Milwaukee’s system, particularly under former head coach Adrian Griffin
