The Houston Rockets traded forward Michael Beasley to the Milwaukee Bucks for guard Tyler Ennis on Thursday, according to the Bucks' website.
“We’re excited to add a player with Michael’s skill set to our team,” general manager John Hammond said. “He’s someone that we’ve kept our eye on the last few seasons and we’re looking forward to watching him compete throughout training camp and the season.”
Beasley, 27, appeared in 20 games for the Rockets last season, averaging 12.8 points and 4.9 rebounds in 18.2 minutes per contest. The capable scorer was a solid contributor off the bench late in the season and in the playoffs for Houston.
Adrian Wojnarowski of the Vertical explained Milwaukee's rationale for pulling the trigger on the trade:
The Bucks will have no shortage of long, athletic forwards and wings. The 6'8" Jabari Parker will start at power forward, while budding superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo (6'11") will remain the team's primary ball-handler from the 3. The 6'11" John Henson and 7'1" Thon Maker will be available off the bench as w ...
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