Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks’ journey has come to an end. After Lillard suffered an ACL injury last season, the Bucks decided to go forward without their star prospect. Thus, the front office decided to waive him and make Lillard a free agent. Till now, Lillard had remained silent on the latest happenings around him. However, now, he has finally spoken.
Lillard took to X to deliver a cold blooded tweet. The former Bucks star pointed out that he is still a menace. Despite being a long way from getting fit, Lillard thinks that he is a risk that is definitely worth taking. Surely, this was a statement aimed at all the ones who doubted him.
“If they call it a “gamble” at this stage… tell em this the jackpot. #ToBeContinued,” wrote Lillard.
If they call it a “gamble” at this stage… tell em this the jackpot. #ToBeContinued
— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) July 4, 2025
Lillard had been in impressive form this year. He did make it to the All-Star team, averaging 24.9 points per game. Lillard also coupled it with 4.7 rebounds and 7.1 assists. Meanwhile, three prime contenders have emerged with significant interest in the 34-year-old.
Damian Lillard Has Some Big Suitors
Bucks star Damian Lillard made way for Myles Turner to come into the Bucks’ system. However, that doesn’t mean Lillard is running out of options. In fact, he has a lot on his hands at the moment. As per reports from prominent names like Joe Vardon, Eric Nehm, and Sam Amick, three teams are in hot pursuit.
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The Warriors, Celtics and Lakers are among the teams that have interest in doing a deal with Damian Lillard sooner rather than later, sources tell @eric_nehm, @sam_amick and @joevardon.
— The Athletic NBA (@TheAthleticNBA) July 2, 2025
Lillard received calls from several contending teams quickly after the news of his Bucks’… pic.twitter.com/YuonUE0mEF
The Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, and the Boston Celtics are frontrunners for acquiring the star. The reports also stated that these teams are ready to make a deal sooner or later. Thus, with things looking quite upbeat, it remains to be seen where Damian Lillard ends up ultimately.
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