According to the famous reporter Stein, the G League team Wisconsin Herd (a team affiliated with the Bucks) is expected to officially sign 2017 lottery pick Dennis Smith Jr. According to league sources, the two parties are actively discussing franchise matters.

This season, Smith has participated in training camp with the Mavericks; the Bucks have held his signing rights in the G League since December last year.

In addition, the Deer Herd recently signed former All-Star player Victor Oladipo.