DELON WRIGHT NEWS

Encouraging effort Monday Wright closed Monday's 112-91 victory over the Bulls with nine points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two steals across 26 minutes.

Impact This was an encouraging display for Wright, who had played just 12.7 minutes per game over his prior seven games for the Bucks. The 32-year-old guard is shooting a career-low 31.3 percent from the floor covering 21 appearances this season, so even though he notched a season-high nine points off the bench Monday, Wright doesn't appear to be the most attractive streaming option for fantasy managers in Damian Lillard's (illness) short-term absence.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Middleton and Lopez lead the way as Bucks pound Bulls 112-91 without Giannis, Lillard

Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez each scored 21 points, Bobby Portis added 19 points and 13 rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Chicago Bulls 112-91without Giannis Antetokoun...

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back to bench Monday Wright is not in the Bucks' starting lineup for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Wright has started in each of the Bucks' last two games, but with Damian Lillard clearing concussion protocols, the former will retreat to the bench. In his last start Saturday against the Hornets, Wright finished with seven points, six assists, three rebounds, three blocks and one steal over 33 minutes.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Wednesday Wright is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Wright will get the nod at point guard with Damian Lillard (concussion) and Ryan Rollins (shoulder) sidelined for this contest. Wright will combine with AJ Green to handle the point guard duties. This will be the first start of the season for the 10-year veteran.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cut out of rotation Wright (coach's decision) didn't receive any playing time in Friday's 116-94 loss to the Knicks.

Impact For the second game in a row, Wright found himself outside of head coach Doc Rivers' rotation after he had previously appeared in each of Milwaukee's first seven contests of the season. However, Wright struggled to make much of an impact on the second unit, averaging just 2.1 points and 0.9 assists while shooting 42.9 percent from the floor across 13.0 minutes. AJ Green had first begun cutting into Wright's playing time a few games ago, but Rivers confirmed after Friday's contest that two-way player Ryan Rollins will also get more opportunities than Wright moving forward, per Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes return Monday Wright (shoulder) logged 12 minutes during Monday's 111-107 preseason win over the Bulls.

Impact Wright missed Thursday's preseason game due to a bruised right shoulder, but he received the green light to play in Monday's exhibition. The Utah product didn't make much of an impact, as he was unable to record a single stat during his time on the court.

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with shoulder problem Wright didn't play in Thursday's preseason loss against the Lakers due to a right shoulder contusion, head coach Doc Rivers told Eric Nehm of The Athletic.

Impact Rivers stated that Wright isn't expected to miss much time, but it seems he doesn't have a timetable for his return. The injury occurred during Wednesday's practice when Wright was hit with a hard screen, and it's unclear if he'll recover in time to suit up for the Bucks' next preseason game against the Bulls on Monday.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks believe better stability, cohesiveness and health should help them regain status as contenders

The Milwaukee Bucks are hoping better chemistry and more stability can help them reassert themselves as title contenders

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reports: Bucks signing F Taurean Prince, G Delon Wright The Milwaukee Bucks are signing free agent forward Taurean Prince and guard Delon Wright, according to media reports.Prince, 30, averaged 8....

JULY 4, 2024 • THESTATE.COM

Will join Milwaukee Wright and the Bucks agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million contract Monday, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports.

Impact With this move, the Bucks have secured one of the top backup point guards on the open market. Wright will provide some relief minutes behind Damian Lillard, but he's also capable of playing some shooting guard as well. His playmaking and defensive ability will provide a big boost to the backcourt.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Able to return after stiches Wright went to the locker room in the first quarter of Wednesday's Game 5 against the Celtics after taking an elbow to the face. However, he'll be available to return after receivi...

Impact Wright was elbowed in the chin as Jaylen Brown went up for a shot and ended up going back to the locker room after the play. He'll have stitches put on the inside of his lower lip/chin then will return to the contest.Patty Mills and Duncan Robinson should see more minutes while he's absent.

MAY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Game 5 Wright will enter the starting lineup for Wednesday's Game 5 against Boston, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Wright will enter the first unit in place of Jaime Jacquez (hip) for just his second start of the season. The guard has been a sizeable part of the rotation throughout the series, averaging 8.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.7 assists across 25.0 minutes per game and should see an even larger workload Wednesday.

MAY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Monday Wright (personal) is available for Monday's Game 4 against the Celtics, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact As expected, Wright, who missed Miami's Game 3 loss for the birth of his daughter, has been upgraded from probable to available. In Game 1, Wright posted 17 points, three assists and two steals in 26 minutes off the bench, but he was a non-factor in Game 2.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely available Monday Wright (personal) is probable for Monday's Game 4 against the Celtics.

Impact Wright will likely be back to soak up some of Terry Rozier's (neck) missing minutes after missing Saturday's Game 3 loss due to personal reasons. In Game 1, Wright posted 17 points, three assists and two steals in 26 minutes.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Wright (personal) will not play in Saturday's Game 3 matchup with the Celtics, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports.

Impact Wright came back too earth in Game 2 following a big performance in the first game of the series versus Boston. He will now be sidelined until at least Game 4. In his absence, Patty Mills and Duncan Robinson could see a slightly bigger workload.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Game 3 Wright is questionable for Saturday's Game 3 against the Celtics due to personal reasons.

Impact Wright starred off the bench during the Game 1 loss and posted 17 points, three assists and two steals in 26 minutes. However, he finished the Game 2 win with just five points and four rebounds in 20 minutes. Either way, his potential loss could be costly to a backcourt already playing with Terry Rozier (neck) and Josh Richardson (shoulder). Jimmy Butler also remains out.

APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shines off bench in Game 1 loss Wright recorded 17 points (6-7 FG, 5-5 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and two steals across 26 minutes during Sunday's 114-94 loss to the Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Confere...

Impact Wright led all bench players in scoring in Sunday's Game 1 of the first round of the playoffs, connecting on a game-best handful of threes while leading all Heat players with a pair of steals to provide a spark on the second unit. Wright tallied double-figures in scoring in three games during the regular season while connecting on more than three threes for the first time this year.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves defensive impact Wright totaled six points (2-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block in 23 minutes during Wednesday's 105-104 Play-In Game loss to the 76ers.

Impact Wright has struggled to gain a consistent role in Miami's rotation since joining the team after the All-Star break, averaging 5.5 points, 2.6 assists, 2.2 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 20.5 minutes. The key to staying on the court for the 31-year-old has been his defensive impact; Wright has averaged 1.5 steals in 12 appearances since March, chipping in four steals twice in that span. Despite losing Jimmy Butler's (knee) defensive abilities, Wright should not be expected to see much of an increase in playing time buried behind Tyler Herro, as well as Terry Rozier (neck) and Duncan Robinson (back), if they are available for Friday.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Muted role continues Wright recorded zero points (0-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and three assists across 16 minutes during Tuesday's 113-92 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Wright was basically invisible in the loss, continuing to serve as nothing more than a depth piece despite the Heat dealing with a couple of injuries. Typically viewed as an elite defensive stream option, even that is pushing it right now. He has accumulated a total of four steals over the past seven games, ensuring he stays on the waiver wire in most fantasy formats.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads bench in assists Wright totaled one point (0-4 FG, 1-2 FT), four assists, two rebounds and one steal in 16 minutes during Monday's 98-91 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Since being bought out by the Wizards on Feb. 16, Wright has appeared in five games for Miami, averaging 4.4 points, 2.6 assists and 1.2 steals in 18.4 minutes. Despite a rough night from the field, the veteran still managed to lead the bench unit in assists. Expect the 31-year-old to receive playing time if Duncan Robinson (back) is forced to miss additional time on top of injuries to Tyler Herro (foot) and Josh Richardson (shoulder).

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Patty Mills will sign with Heat for remainder of season, AP source says

Veteran point guard Patty Mills has agreed to sign with the Miami Heat for the remainder of the season, a person with knowledge of the deal said Tuesday

MARCH 5, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Coming off bench Correcting a previous report, Wright will come off the bench for Thursday's game versus Denver.

Impact Miami submitted a lineup with Wright replacing Duncan Robinson, only to change it back a few minutes later.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday Wright will start Thursday's game versus Denver.

Impact Duncan Robinson will move to the bench with Wright getting the nod, as the Heat are opting for more defense at the expense of some floor spacing.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Wright will come off the bench for Tuesday's game versus Portland, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Impact Wright filled in as the starting point guard Monday versus the Kings, producing 13 points, five assists, two rebounds, two steals, one block and two three-pointers. Terry Rozier (knee) is returning Tuesday, and Jimmy Butler is back from his suspension. But with Tyler Herro (knee) still out, Wright could have a sizable role with the second unit.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Enters starting five Wright is starting Monday's game against the Kings at point guard, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Wright will join the first unit Monday while Terry Rozier (knee) recovers from injury. This marks Wright's first start of the season and his Heat debut after being bought out by Washington during the All-Star break.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE