The countdown to 50 losses begins.
National publications are down on the Bucks' chances this season. SI picked them 10th in the conference. ESPN picked them similarly in the magazine, but their RPM projection puts them 13th, with 33 projected wins (after accounting for Middleton's injury).
The parting shot from the opposing scout who sized the team up for SI is about right..."Jason Kidd’s had a lot of influence in personnel moves, and I don’t think that’s been a good thing."
As usual, the Bucks' roster has a few seemingly nice pieces that don't quite fit together, and with Middleton injured, none of those pieces can shoot a ball to save their life. Add poor defense to the mix and you're in for a long season.