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Summary:

The Milwaukee Bucks have waived forward Tyler Smith to meet the NBA’s roster deadline. Smith, a former G League Ignite player and 33rd overall pick in the previous draft, will be owed his guaranteed salary for the next two seasons if he clears waivers. Andre Jackson Jr., who performed slightly better in the preseason, will make the Bucks’ regular season roster as a result of Smith’s release, guaranteeing his full salary for the 2025-2026 season.

News Article:

Bucks Waive Tyler Smith, Andre Jackson Jr. Makes Final Roster

MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Bucks have waived forward Tyler Smith, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, in a move to finalize their roster ahead of the NBA’s regular season deadline. The Athletic’s Eric Nehm reported earlier that Smith’s absence from the team’s open practice suggested the move was imminent.

Smith, drafted 33rd overall after playing for the G League Ignite, will be owed his $1,955,377 guaranteed salary for the remainder of 2025-26 if he goes unclaimed on waivers. Despite being under contract through 2027-28, the final two years of Smith’s deal were non-guaranteed. Last season, Smith appeared in 23 games for the Bucks, averaging 2.9 points in limited minutes. He also played for the Wisconsin Herd in the G League.

The move confirms Andre Jackson Jr. will make the Bucks’ regular season roster. His $2,221,677 salary for the 2025-26 season is now fully guaranteed. Jackson’s performance in the preseason was seen as slightly more promising than Smith’s, giving him the edge in the roster battle.

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