Lillard, who could miss all of next season after rupturing his Achilles’ tendon during the Bucks’ first-round playoff loss to Indiana, will soon become an intriguing and likely affordable free agent.

Former Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard reacts after making a basket against the Indiana Pacers in the second half during game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Fiserv Forum.

The Milwaukee Bucks made a lot of franchise-altering moves over the past few days. Giannis Antetokounmpo hasn’t left, despite rumors circulating for several weeks, but another superstar is on the way out.