The Milwaukee Bucks seem inclined to cut Tyler Smith ahead of opening night, ending his time with the team one year after drafting him.
Smith's last game in a Milwaukee Bucks jersey may have been against the Pistons, where his preseason minutes significantly decreased. He went from 13 minutes in the first game to 8 minutes against Detroit, and eventually, no minutes at all in the last two contests.
With opening night approaching and other players stepping up, Smith's fate seems decided. Despite being a decent bet to make the roster before training camp, his chances now seem slim.
Smith is a 20-year-old floor spacing big with impressive athleticism, but he didn't get much of a chance as a rookie. He was solid in the G League with the Wisconsin Herd, but it may not be enough to secure his spot.
He didn't do much as a rookie, but then again, the Bucks didn't give him much of a chance.
Author's summary: Bucks likely to cut Tyler Smith.