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In this episode of Hoopsology, we sit down with Jordan Treske, author of Building the Milwaukee Bucks: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Oscar Robertson, and the Rapid Rise of an NBA Franchise (1968–1975).
Jordan takes us inside:
The Bucks’ journey from expansion team to NBA champions in just three years.
The impact of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Oscar Robertson on Milwaukee and the league.
How the Bucks’ history connects to the city of Milwaukee’s culture and identity.
Parallels between Kareem’s departure and the modern-day future of Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Why Kareem’s legacy is often overlooked compared to other NBA legends.
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