Milwaukee Bucks Shockingly Waive Damian Lillard, Upsetting Giannis Antetokounmpo; Latest on LeBron Trade Rumors

The NBA’s free agency period opened with the Denver Nuggets and Atlanta Hawks making moves, while the Chicago Bulls are close to a deal with Josh Giddey. The Milwaukee Bucks surprised by waiving Damian Lillard, reportedly upsetting Giannis Antetokounmpo. Updates on LeBron James trade rumors and more NBA Free Agency news.

BUCKS WAIVE DAME IN ‘LEGITIMATELY SHOCKING’ MOVE

The Bucks signed Myles Turner and waived Damian Lillard, causing displeasure to Antetokounmpo. Turner, a former Pacers center, joins the Bucks on a new contract. Antetokounmpo reportedly unhappy with the handling of Lillard's departure.

TWIST AS ‘FOUR TEAMS’ SHOW INTEREST IN LEBRON TRADE

Rich Paul hinted at trade interest in LeBron James. Several teams contacted Paul, but no substantive talks yet. Lakers focusing on building a championship-caliber roster around James.

SGA AGREES TO RECORD-BREAKING THUNDER DEAL

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander signs a historic contract extension with the Thunder, becoming the highest-paid player per year in NBA history.

NUGGETS CONTINUE TO BUILD AROUND JOKIC

Denver adds Jonas Valanciunas and Tim Hardaway Jr. to strengthen their roster. Other deals and trades in Day 2 of Free Agency.

According to the source: Fox Sports.