The Bucks got Malique Lewis by trading into the final pick of the second round , which they acquired from the Magic for cash considerations. Orlando had just gotten that pick from Washington, so Milwaukee effectively bought its way into No. 60 and used it on Lewis.

What happened

  • Milwaukee entered the second round without a pick.
  • They then struck a deal with Orlando and sent cash to move into the draft.
  • With the No. 60 selection, they chose Malique Lewis, a 6-foot-8 forward from Trinidad and Tobago.

Why it was possible

The key detail is that the pick was the last one in the draft , so it was easier for a team to move up for it with a cash deal rather than a big player trade. That’s why you’re seeing it described as the Bucks “buying” into the second round.

Draft context

Lewis had been playing in Australia with the South East Melbourne Phoenix and was viewed as an international upside play. Reports also noted that his draft stock rose late after strong workouts and a solid adidas EuroCamp showing.

TL;DR

Milwaukee didn’t naturally own a second-rounder; it traded cash to get the No. 60 pick from Orlando, then drafted Malique Lewis.