Marques Johnson breaks down his instant impressions of Milwaukee Bucks talent Bogoljub Markovic

The Milwaukee Bucks hold a 1-2 record in the NBA Summer League, providing significant playing time to their young players. Guard Jamaree Bouyea has performed impressively, capturing the attention of coach Doc Rivers for potential backcourt contributions.

Another focus is second-round draft pick (47th overall in 2025) Bogoljub Markovic. While showcasing good performances, a former Bucks player expressed reservations. The former player, Johnson, commented that Markovic did "some OK things, some good things," but also things needing work, which is expected for a young player. Johnson acknowledged Markovic's talent and "tremendous upside" but suggested it might be better for the rookie to gain more seasoning if the Bucks don't urgently need him this season. Markovic scored 0 points in his first Summer League game but improved to 5 and 14 points in the subsequent two games.

The article also notes broader team context. Despite the Bucks president addressing Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors, uncertainty about the star's future lingers. The team made significant roster moves by signing Myles Turner and waiving Damian Lillard, but the roster is still considered too light to be a championship contender. Bradley Beal, linked to the Bucks previously, is mentioned as a potential target as his time in Phoenix ends. The Bucks are actively trying to build a competitive roster around Antetokounmpo as he desired.